COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY FUNDAMENTALS, SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY, IMAGE QUALITY,
APPLICATIONS. 2nd ed. Kalendar W. 2006. 304 pgs. Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH
& Co, Weinheim, Germany. www.wiley.com. $75.00.
This textbook is a comprehensive reference book for computed
tomography (CT) radiographers, radiologists and other individuals
associated with CT technology. The author's introduction states
that the second edition contains additional and updated information on
the newest technology in CT.
The book begins with a historical overview of CT and basic concepts
of CT imaging, followed by a discussion of new and modern CT technology.
Multislice spiral CT and cone-beam spiral CT scanning, spatial and low
contrast resolution and sampling in the Z-direction also are discussed
in depth.
The textbook includes information on quality control in the newer
technologies and reducing radiation dose. Two-dimensional and 3-D image
displays are provided, along with recommendations on the choice of
display. Mathematical aspects of CT image reconstruction are simply, yet
thoroughly, explained so that individuals without a physics background
can comprehend the material.
Cardiac and quantitative CT imaging and their uses are discussed.
The charts, graphs and formulas are easy to read and follow. The
glossary in the back of the book, with quick references for formulas and
definitions, is an excellent reference guide.
I especially like the author's "5 wishes" segment,
which discusses current needs in the CT technology field and shows the
author's personal side. Personally, I believe that his fifth wish
is extremely important: "Make known to the users and to the public
that CT is a safe low-dose imaging modality." This is valuable
information and health care workers in the CT field probably would
agree.
The CD-ROM that accompanies the text adds additional insight into
CT imaging by allowing the reader to review case histories and images.
This information is a valuable tool. Any weaknesses in this textbook are
too minor to mention. I feel this textbook is an excellent resource for
individuals in the imaging field.
Debra Ann Durick M.P.A. R.T. (R)(CT)(M)
University of South Alabama
Department of Radiologic Sciences
Mobile, Ala
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