Radiology of the Stomach and Duodenum

A number of imaging techniques are used in the investigation and treatment of disorders of the stomach and duodenum. Optimal patient treatment requires a thorough knowledge of the application of these techniques, as well as a sound understanding of pathology of the stomach and its symptomatology. This well-illustrated book covers the various investigative methods in detail, discussing their advantages and disadvantages and explaining their role in specific settings. It will be of great value to both trainee and experienced radiologists, and should assist in promoting effective and judicious patient management.

Discusses the role of all relevant imaging techniques Explains the advantages and disadvantages of these techniques in specific disease settings Will be of value to both experienced and trainee radiologists Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Autorentext

Alan Freeman qualified London, radiology training London. Consultant Radiologist Addenbrooke's Hospital Cambridge.

Special interest gastro intestinal radiology. Author articles/chapters on gastro intestinal Radiology. Founder member and now Secretary and Treasurer of ESGAR

Inhalt
and Clinical Overview.- Radiological-Pathological Correlation.- Endoscopy of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract.- Problems and Pitfalls of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Is There Still a Role for the Barium Meal?.- Conventional Radiology of the Stomach and Duodenum.- CT of the Stomach.- Multislice CT of the Stomach.- Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Stomach.- Endoscopic Ultrasound of the Stomach.- CT of the Duodenum.- Radionuclide Imaging of the Stomach.- Radiological Intervention in the Stomach and Duodenum.- The Acute Stomach and Duodenum.- The Postoperative Stomach and Duodenum.- Angiography of the Stomach and Duodenum.