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The updated and comprehensive New Edition of this popular text provides the latest information on common diagnostic and interventional special procedure radiography and ancillary modalities. It incorporates advances in equipment, especially in the area of electron beam computed tomography. The text covers advanced procedures currently performed in the clinical setting as well as less frequently required ones. Highlights the what, where, and how of special procedures, with complete discussions of the various image recording systems, specialised equipment and accessories, plus requirements for set-up. Includes coverage on room design, image recording devices, automatic injection equipment, MRI, digital radiography, CT, catheter introduction, contract media, and pre- and post- procedural patient care. Follows each procedure through anatomy, indications and contraindications, procedures, contrast media, patient care, equipment and patient positioning. Integrates high-quality images and anatomic drawings to demonstrate techniques. Helps readers prepare for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists advanced level Cardiovascular Interventional -Technology certification exam. Reflects the state-of-the-art in equipment. Provides updated coverage on the latest innovations in radiography including fourth and fifth generation CT, MRI, and digital radiography. Presents related content together in the same chapter, such as photographic and digital subtraction method.