Comparative neuroimaging

Author: Li Kuncheng et al. (Editor-in-Chief)
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Publish Date: 2006-10-27
Features: This book first introduces various medical imaging techniques, including: plain X-ray films, myelography, angiography (and DSA), X-ray CT, MRI, and MR angiography (MRA), magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) and functional MRI (fMRI), nuclear medicine imaging for hypertension (SPECT and PET), and ultrasound, especially transcranial Doppler (TCD). It covers the basic principles, main components of the equipment, their respective advantages and disadvantages, indications and contraindications, as well as normal findings. Then, it is organized into chapters based on neurological diseases, comparing and analyzing the diagnostic value and limitations of various medical imaging techniques for specific diseases, proposing the preferred examination routes for clinical applications. This book attempts to horizontally compare various neuroimaging techniques for specific diseases, propose preferred examination routes, and highlight their clinical practical value.