Physics for Diagnostic Radiology, Second Edition

This textbook is a complete course for radiologists studying for the FRCR part one exam, physicists and radiographers on specialised graduate courses in diagnostic radiology, or other appropriate undergraduate degrees. It follows the guidelines issued by the European Association of Radiology for training.It is a comprehensive, compact primer, appropriate to a teaching course some 50 hours in length. Its analytical approach deals in logical order with the wide range of imaging techniques available, and explains how to use imaging equipment.It includes the background physics necessary to understand the production of digitised images, nuclear medicine, and magnetic resonance imaging, It is assumed that students will be familiar with high school physics.It features extensive cross-referencing, practical analogies, further reading at the end of each chapter, exercises, exercises and a comprehensive selection of multiple choice questions (with answers) to test and reinforce student's understanding of the material presented.Major new features include: detailed discussion of patient dose; the use of digital radiography; image qual