
50 Imaging Studies Every Doctors Should Know presents key studies that have shaped the practice of radiology. Selected using a rigorous methodology, the studies cover topics including: headache, back pain, chest pain, abdominal and pelvic pain, bone, joint, and extremity pain, cancer screening and management, and radiation exposure from medical imaging. For each study, a concise summary is presented with an emphasis on the results and limitations of the study, and its implications for practice. An illustrative clinical case and radiologic image conclude each review, followed by brief information on other relevant studies. This book is a must-read for health care professionals and anyone who wants to learn more about the data behind clinical practice.
This book investigates the foundational clinical trials and diagnostic studies that define current standards in medical imaging practice. Michael E. Hochman, a physician and educator, utilizes a systematic selection process to curate fifty pivotal studies. The text provides a structured framework for clinicians to evaluate the evidence-based utility of imaging modalities across various patient presentations.
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Medical professionals frequently cite this text as a practical resource for bridging the gap between academic research and daily clinical decision-making. Experts highlight the concise format as particularly useful for residents and practitioners seeking to understand the data supporting common diagnostic pathways.
Page Count:
352
Publication Date:
2016-09-12
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190223707
ISBN-13:
9780190223700
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