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Provides comprehensive yet concise coverage of the core material
fundamental to this subspecialty.
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Presents material in a logical anatomic sequence, organized by organ
system.
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Features a multi-modality approach, providing the most common
imaging techniques tailored to each organ system.
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Includes tables, boxes, pearls, key concepts, and differential
diagnosis throughout the text to make key material accessible and
easy to reference.
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Features expanded coverage of new and emerging imaging trends,
including state of the art imaging techniques, dose optimization,
the roles of the child life specialist and anesthesiologist in
pediatric imaging, and the importance of effective communication in
pediatric imaging.
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Focuses on team-based patient care with coverage of the
increasingly important aspect of interpersonal relations with the
patient, family, and members of the healthcare team.
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Crucial differences between pediatric and adult imaging are
emphasized within each major organ system.
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Highlights key concepts of pediatric imaging, with special
attention paid to dose optimization and the ALARA principle.
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Includes the newest imaging safety standards surrounding children,
focusing on safe radiation dosing and optimization of
imaging via lower radiation doses.
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Provides updated imaging approaches and illustrations of newer
techniques applied in common pediatric conditions.
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1,120 images clarify basic principles and offer expert image
interpretation guidance.
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Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This
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