As the use of three-dimensional ultrasound in clinical practice increases, the need for a reference covering this and other emerging technologies also increases. Edited by acknowledged leaders in the field, with contributions from international experts, An Atlas of Three- and Four-Dimensional Sonography in Obstetrics and Gynecology is just that. The book presents three-dimensional ultrasound images in full color accompanied by extensive captions and expert textual commentary. It provides authoritative coverage of the latest developments in three-dimensional ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology and highlights cutting-edge technology such as four-dimensional ultrasound.

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From the reviews of the second edition: “This is a thorough resource on ultrasound imaging of peripheral nerve disease. … It is written for practicing radiologists, neurologists, plastic surgeons, and orthopedic surgeons who are involved in the diagnosis of peripheral nerve disease using ultrasound. … a useful addition to the library of any physician involved in ultrasound imaging of peripheral nerves. This second edition is updated with improved ultrasound images and discussion of recent advances in the literature.” (Julie Sossaman, Doody’s Review Service, August, 2008) “The authors, contributors, and editors have compiled their extensive personal experience, original research … in the fields of anatomy, neurology, and surgery into a textbook that is well written, nicely illustrated, and effortlessly understandable. … this latest addition to the Medical Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging series is indispensable to those interested in using sonography to (more…)

This text offers the student a firm grounding in normal anatomy and physiology from an ultrasound perspective. After covering anatomy and physiology in the first half of each chapter, it then presents a wealth of ultrasound images to increase the reader’s comfort with normal anatomy as it appears during scanning. Most images are accompanied by labeled drawings with detailed legends that explain what the reader is supposed to notice on the ultrasound scans. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details. * Detailed, labeled line drawings accompany most sonograms to provide reinforcement of what the student should notice on the scan. * 1,200 images spread over 528 pages ensure students gain a thorough, visual understanding of the field. * Introduction to Specialty Sonography section gives students an understanding of career options and an understanding of sonographers’ work in those areas. * Abdominal aorta, inf (more…)