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Crystallography: An Introduction
by Walter Borchardt-Ott Robert O. GouldAs a self-study guide, course primer or teaching aid, Borchardt-Ott's Crystallography is the perfect textbook for students and teachers alike. In fact, it can be used by crystallographers, chemists, mineralogists, geologists and physicists. Based on the author's more than 25 years of teaching experience, the book has numerous line drawings designed especially for the text and a large number of exercises - with solutions - at the end of each chapter. This 3rd edition is the translation of the seventh German edition with new chapters focused on crystal chemistry and x-ray diffraction methods.
Crystallography and Crystal Chemistry
by Rick UbicThis textbook introduces readers to the language, concepts, and tools of crystallography, as well as many aspects of crystal chemistry. Important topics, such as bonding, electronegativity, lattice energy, symmetry operations, crystal defects, and structure-property relationships are covered. Worked examples are included where appropriate. By uniquely combining elements of crystallography and crystal chemistry, the text is a useful and accessible resource for students across many disciplines. Chapter summaries and example problems are included to optimize use by students and faculty in both graduate and undergraduate curricula. Historical context to relevant discoveries and biographical sketches of many of the scientists involved in the development of this field are also provided to expand the student’s knowledge of both solid-state science and scientists.
Crystallography and Crystal Defects
by Anthony Kelly Kevin M. KnowlesThe classic book that presents a unified approach to crystallography and the defects found within crystals, revised and updated This new edition of Crystallography and Crystal Defects explains the modern concepts of crystallography in a clear, succinct manner and shows how to apply these concepts in the analyses of point, line and planar defects in crystalline materials. Fully revised and updated, this book now includes: Original source references to key crystallographic terms familiar to materials scientists Expanded discussion on the elasticity of cubic materials New content on texture that contains more detail on Euler angles, orientation distribution functions and an expanded discussion on examples of textures in engineering materials Additional content on dislocations in materials of symmetry lower than cubic An expanded discussion of twinning which includes the description and classification of growth twins The inclusion and explanation of results from atomistic modelling of twin boundaries Problem sets with new questions, detailed worked solutions, supplementary lecture material and online computer programs for crystallographic calculations. Written by authors with extensive lecturing experience at undergraduate level, Crystallography and Crystal Defects, Third Edition continues to take its place as the core text on the topic and provides the essential resource for students and researchers in metallurgy, materials science, physics, chemistry, electrical, civil and mechanical engineering.
Crystallography and Crystal Defects
by Kevin M. Knowles Anthony A. KellyExtensively revised and updated, this new edition of a classic text presents a unified approach to crystallography and to the defects found within crystals. The book combines the classical and exact description of symmetry of a perfect crystal with the possible geometries of the major defects-dislocations, stacking faults, point defects, twins, interfaces and the effects of martensitic transformations. A number of important concepts and exciting new topics have been introduced in this second edition, including piezoelectricity, liquid crystals, nanocrystalline concepts, incommensurate materials and the structure of foamed and amorphous solids. The coverage of quasicrystalline materials has been extended, and the data tables, appendices and references have been fully updated.Reinforcing its unrivalled position as the core text for teaching crystallography and crystal defects, each chapter includes problem sets with brief numerical solutions at the end of the book. Detailed worked solutions, supplementary lecture material and computer programs for crystallographic calculations are provided online (http://booksupport.wiley.com).
Crystallography and Surface Structure: An Introduction for Surface Scientists and Nanoscientists
by Klaus HermannA valuable learning tool as well as a reference, this book provides students and researchers in surface science and nanoscience with the theoretical crystallographic foundations, which are necessary to understand local geometries and symmetries of bulk crystals, including ideal single crystal surfaces. The author deals with the subject at an introductory yet mathematically sound level, providing numerous graphic examples to keep the math in context. The book brings together and logically connects many seemingly disparate structural issues and notations used frequently by surface scientists and nanoscientists. Numerous exercises of varying difficulty, ranging from simple questions to small research projects, are included to stimulate discussions about the different subjects.
Crystallography and Surface Structure: An Introduction For Service Scientists And Nanoscientists
by Klaus HermannA valuable learning tool as well as a reference, this book provides students and researchers in surface science and nanoscience with the theoretical crystallographic foundations, which are necessary to understand local structure and symmetry of bulk crystals, including ideal and real single crystal surfaces. The author deals with the subject at an introductory level, providing numerous graphic examples to illustrate the mathematical formalism. The book brings together and logically connects many seemingly disparate structural issues and notations used frequently by surface scientists and nanoscientists. Numerous exercises of varying difficulty, ranging from simple questions to small research projects, are included to stimulate discussions about the different subjects. From the contents: Bulk Crystals, Three-Dimensional Lattices - Crystal Layers, Two-Dimensional Lattices, Symmetry - Ideal Single Crystal Surfaces - Real Crystal Surfaces - Adsorbate layers - Interference Lattices - Chiral Surfaces - Experimental Analysis of Real Crystal Surfaces - Nanoparticles and Crystallites - Quasicrystals - Nanotubes
Crystals: The Only Book You'll Ever Need (Plain And Simple Ser.)
by Cass Jackson & Janie JacksonFrom time immemorial, crystals have been used for healing, and legend has it that long ago, people knew how to store information inside these precious stones. How does their incredible magic work? Through this clear, practical guide, discover the many ways crystals can cure physical, emotional, and spiritual problems, divine the future, and enhance psychic powers. See which ones work best to aid meditation and visualisation, clear a room of negative energy, promote creativity, or foresee the future. There's advice on buying, purifying, and charging the stones, crystal folklore, and a breath-taking gallery rich in information.
Crystals and Crystal Structures
by Richard J. TilleyAn authoritative, updated text that offers an introduction to crystals and crystal structure with coverage of crystallography, and microscopy of materials Written in a friendly, non-mathematical style, the updated second edition of Crystals and Crystal Structures offers a comprehensive exploration of the key elements of crystals and crystal structures. Starting with the basics, it includes information on multiple areas of crystallography, including modulated structures, quasicrystals and protein crystallography, and interdisciplinary applications as diverse as the relationship between physical properties and symmetry. To enhance comprehension of the material presented, the book contains a variety of problems and exercises. The revised second edition offers new material and updates in the field including: An introduction to the use of high intensity X-ray analysis of protein structures Advances in imaging, scanning electron microscopy, and cryo-electron microscopy The relationship between symmetry and physical properties highlighting new findings and an introduction to tensor notation in describing these relationships in a concise fashion Nanoparticles as well as crystallographic aspects, defects, surface defects and the impact of these crystallographic features on properties Perovskite structures and their variations and the inclusion of their wide-ranging properties Written for students ofcrystallography, chemistry, physics, materials science, biosciences and geology, Crystals and Crystal Structures, Second Edition provides an understanding of the subject and enables students to read scientific papers and articles describing a crystal structure or use crystallographic databases.
Crystals and Crystallinity in Polymers
by Finizia Auriemma Claudio De RosaProvides the tools needed to master and apply the fundamentals of polymer crystallographyUsing core concepts in physics, chemistry, polymer science and engineering, this book sheds new light on the complex field of polymer crystallography, enabling readers to evaluate polymer crystallization data and determine the best methods to use for their investigations. The authors set forth a variety of tested and proven methods for analyzing ordered and disordered structures in polymer crystals, including X-ray diffraction, electron diffraction, and microscopy. In addition to the basics, the book explores several advanced and emerging topics in the field such as symmetry breaking, frustration, and the principle of density-driven phase formation.Crystals and Crystallinity in Polymers introduces two new concepts in crystallinity and crystals in synthetic polymers. First, crystallinity in polymeric materials is compatible with the absence of true three-dimensional long-range order. Second, the disorder may be described as a structural feature, using the methods of X-ray scattering and electron diffraction analysis.The book begins by introducing the basic principles and methods for building structural models for the conformation of polymer crystal chains. Next, it covers:Packing of macromolecules in polymer crystalsMethods for extracting structural parameters from diffraction dataDefects and disorder in polymer crystalsAnalytical methods for diffuse scattering from disordered polymer structuresCrystal habitInfluence of crystal defects and structural disorder on the physical and mechanical properties of polymeric materialsCrystals and Crystallinity in Polymers examines all the possible types of structural disorder generally present in polymer crystals and describes the influence of each kind of disorder on X-ray and electron diffraction patterns. Its comprehensive, expert coverage makes it possible for readers to learn and apply the fundamentals of polymer crystallography to solve a broad range of problems.
CSF Rhinorrhea: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Skull Base Reconstruction
by Abdulaziz A. AlQahtani Paolo Castelnuovo Roy Casiano Ricardo L. CarrauThis comprehensive book is divided into 6 parts that cover all topics related to cerebrospinal fluid (CSF ) rhinorrea. It provides in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge, and includes teaching material as well as evidence-based scientific content.The introductory part presents the skull base anatomy, CSF physiology, pathophysiology of skull base defects as well as the role of imaging in this condition. The second and third parts provide details of different diagnostic features and conservative management. The fourth and central part thoroughly illustrates surgical approaches for this clinical condition and follows a similar structure, describing each surgical procedure step-by-step. The fifth part sheds light on the postoperative management and the long-term follow up, while the last part addresses miscellaneous topics, such as quality of life, outcome measures, and medico-legal issues. The book is enriched by a wealth of high-quality figures and online videos that illustrate real-world clinical cases, and each chapter features a summary box, key points and a conclusion. The contributors are leading experts in the field and include authorities and inventors of skull base surgical approaches and reconstruction techniques. The multidisciplinary panel of authors – from 6 continents – consists of neurosurgeons, radiologists and anesthesiologists. The book is intended for medical, surgical and paramedic professionals, and is a valuable resource for all levels – from medical students to consultants.
CSI Expert!: Forensic Science for Kids (Grades 5-8)
by Karen K. SchulzCrime scene investigation is hotter than ever, and kids everywhere will love learning about how their favorite detectives use science to figure out unsolvable thefts, arsons, mysteries, and more. CSI Expert!: Forensic Science for Kids includes more than 25 in-depth activities on fingerprinting, evidence collection, blood-stain identification, forensic careers, ballistics, and much more.The author of the best-selling Crime Scene Detective series combines more than a decade of experience teaching forensic science to middle school students with the latest technology and research in criminal investigations in the intriguing standards-based scientific study included in CSI Expert!Students will love collecting dental impressions, studying their classmates' fingerprints, looking at tool marks left at the scene of the crime, analyzing mysterious powders, and discovering the various types of counterfeit checks. Each lesson includes a realistic case for students to crack using the knowledge they've learned about analyzing forensic evidence, and the book also includes an assessment assignment that teachers can employ to test their students' learning.Both kids and teachers will be able to easily implement the book's hands-on, detailed, and exciting forensic science experiments using everyday materials. After completing these activities, kids will be begging for more fun science learning!Grades 5-8
CSI for the First Responder: A Concise Guide
by Jan LeMayCritical to the successful apprehension and prosecution of criminals, the job of collecting evidence at a crime scene requires knowledge, technical skills, patience, and perseverance. Often this task falls on just one individual — the officer on routine patrol duties who is the first to arrive at the scene of a crime. Written by an expert with seventeen years experience in law enforcement, CSI for the First Responder is a succinct guide on how to secure, search, identify, document, collect, and preserve physical evidence essential for solving a case and making the evidence stand up in court.A practical, hands-on resource to all aspects of crime scene investigation, this book covers: The approach to the scene Securing the scene Searching for and identifying evidence Documenting the evidence through notes and reports Photography and videotape Sketches and diagrams Collection and preservation The investigative value of different types of evidence Testimony and presenting evidence in court Enhanced with real-life examples, the book presents case studies implementing the described techniques. The case studies include examples of successful scene security and documentation as well as cautionary tales of erroneous practices with lessons learned. Also included with this book is a Quick Reference Guide on the downloadable resources, which can be downloaded to patrol car laptops or printed and kept in a pocket for easy access. Spanning the entire scope of a case from initial discovery of evidence to courtroom presentation, this one-stop resource enables law enforcement to nail down the evidence they need to prove the crime and get the conviction.
The Csound Book: Perspectives in Software Synthesis, Sound Design, Signal Processing and Programming
by Richard BoulangerWritten by the world's leading educators, programmers, sound designers, and composers, this comprehensive guide covers both the basics of Csound and the theoretical and musical concepts necessary to use the program effectively.
CSR and Codes of Business Ethics in the USA, Austria (EU) and China and their Enforcement in International Supply Chain Arbitrations
by Adolf PeterThis book analyzes the implementation of CSR reporting and codes of business conduct and ethics in the legal systems of the USA, Austria and China and their enforcement in international supply chain arbitrations. The book demonstrates that long-term profit maximization is increasingly intertwined with corporate ethics and CSR policies. In order to prevent window-dressing and greenwashing, certain control mechanisms and legal standards are required along the entire supply chain.This book introduces an ethics and CSR system recommending a reward-based whistleblowing mechanism, internal oversight by a CSR and Ethics Committee comprised of independent board members and at least one sustainability expert, and an external, independent and comprehensive assurance of CSR reports provided by auditing firms or newly formed governmental agencies consisting of certified CSR experts.The author emphasizes the significance for supply chain leaders to ensure contractual enforcement of their codes of business ethics and conduct along the supply chain. Against this background, the author created a comprehensive fictitious case scenario covering a supply chain dispute arising from the breach of the supply chain leader’s code of business conduct and ethics by a lower-tier supply chain member. The author acknowledges the fact that in most of the cases the governing law of international supply chain contracts is English law or law based on English law. Thus, the author discusses potential contractual claims for damages arising from a loss of profits caused by a loss of reputation resulting from violations of core provisions of the chain leader’s supplier code of conduct pursuant to English law. As international supply chain disputes usually involve more than two parties, and international arbitration is the ideal means for the resolution of these disputes, the book compares the arbitration rules for consolidations and joinders of some of the most significant international arbitration institutions: SIAC, ICC, AIAC, ICDR, VIAC, CIETAC and HKIAC.The book is directed at legal practitioners, legislators of various jurisdictions, board members of corporations, ethics and compliance officers, academics, researchers and students. It is the author’s main goal that the book serves as an inspirational source for the establishment or the improvement of a corporate ethics and CSR system preventing window-dressing and greenwashing and covering the entire supply chain. Furthermore, it is intended that students develop a deeper understanding for the enforcement of corporate ethics and CSR policies.
CSR Communication in the Media: Media Management on Sustainability at a Global Level (CSR, Sustainability, Ethics & Governance)
by Franzisca Weder Lars Rademacher René SchmidpeterCorporate social responsibility (CSR) is an established management focus of today's companies and organizations of different types, scope and size. Communication practices on CSR and sustainability in the media industry, related theoretical concepts, and empirical foundations have not yet been sufficiently explored. This book focuses on a new normative framework of sustainability, bridging the established debate on public value with the current debate on social impact and the social license to operate in the media industry. With a variety of contributions from theory and practice, the book addresses the dual nature of media and media companies, which simultaneously produce economic and cultural goods and thus bear a "double responsibility": on the one hand, for the way they present reality, monitor and criticize economic and political developments, and bring ethical concerns to the public debate. On the other hand, they bear responsibility for their own activities as companies (license to operate). The book is therefore aimed at readers interested in the journalistic perspective and at executives in the media industry.
CSR, Governance and Value (Approaches to Global Sustainability, Markets, and Governance)
by David Crowther Shahla SeifiThis book presents the changing face of social responsibility, showing how it has grown to encompass governance, becoming a vital part of various aspects of human endeavor. From businesses to politics to justice systems, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has expanded its reach, touching every sphere of human activity. What is particularly interesting is how governance failures have highlighted its importance in addressing the economic and social challenges that many organizations face today. This shift has led to a reevaluation of the traditional triple bottom line approach, with governance and supplier behavior emerging as critical components of CSR. Stakeholders, especially consumers, are now actively monitoring companies, influencing their decisions and ultimately impacting their bottom line. The book critically examines these transformations in business behavior through the lenses of governance and CSR, questioning the need for redefining key concepts in the field. Authored by scholars from diverse global backgrounds, it blends theoretical insights with practical considerations, offering a comprehensive exploration of the evolving landscape. Drawing from the tradition of the Social Responsibility Research Network, known for its inclusive approach and emphasis on interdisciplinary research, the book presents varied perspectives and solutions derived from shared best practices. Based on contributions from the Network's recent conference, this book showcases both the unity and diversity of ideas within the field. By examining both theory and practice, it aims to deepen our understanding of these evolving trends and their implications for defining key concepts in social responsibility and governance.
CSR Strategies: Corporate Social Responsibility for a Competitive Edge in Emerging Markets
by Sri UripGlobalization has changed the nature of many markets. Previously protected local industries have been forced to become more competitive, a situation that provides both opportunities and challenges. Key among these is the challenge of implementing responsible business practices. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is widely recognized as a worthy commitment to ensure sustainable benefit for both corporations and communities. CSR is also becoming an important base for businesses to build trust and confidence in their stakeholders, with the potential to provide a competitive edge. To ensure sustainable growth opportunities, companies should pursue the three key dimensional values of creation: Profit People Planet Well defined and strategic CSR activities will ensure an optimum balance between social, environmental, and economic factors for sustainable profits. Hence, CSR has to be embedded within the business strategy to provide a competitive edge in the areas of brand equity, corporate reputation, employee retention, and environmental conservation. Although the principles of CSR are essentially the same globally, each location still calls for different emphasis in the implementation process. Successful application of CSR principles is directly influenced by the business understanding of its business strategy in proportion to the needs of the local community. As someone who has implemented all the above activities successfully, author Sri Urip is well placed to discuss effective CSR strategies to 21st century companies.
CSR und Brand Management: Marken nachhaltig führen (Management-Reihe Corporate Social Responsibility)
by Anne-Kathrin Kirchhof Oliver NickelMarken zählen zu den wichtigsten Werttreibern von Unternehmen. Zugleich sind sie relevante Bindeglieder und Vertrauensanker zwischen Unternehmen und Gesellschaft. Positioniert sich eine Marke gezielt als nachhaltig, kann ein Image- und Reputationsaufbau auf längere Sicht erfolgen. Marken werden auf diese Weise Ausdruck des CSR-Engagements eines Unternehmens und vermitteln Vertrauen, Transparenz und Partizipation. Die erfolgreiche Navigation von Marken auf wandelnden Märkten bleibt ein komplexes facettenreiches Thema. Ein nachhaltiges Brand Management ist, genauso wie CSR, ein elementarer Bestandteil der Unternehmensstrategie. Dieser Band zeigt, wie Marken systematisch und mit einem ganzheitlichen Ansatz erfolgreich geführt werden können.
CSR und Energiewirtschaft (Management-Reihe Corporate Social Responsibility)
by Alexandra Hildebrandt Werner LandhäußerWas bedeutet CSR in der Energiewirtschaft? Ein steigender Energiebedarf bei begrenzten natürlichen Ressourcen stellt Energieversorger, Industrie und Verbraucher vor immer neue Herausforderungen. Dieses Buch folgt einem interdisziplinären Ansatz und führt erstmals Debatten und Erkenntnisse aus Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft, Politik, Kultur und Medien zusammen. Denn die Energiewende kann nur gelingen, wenn sie für den Einzelnen fassbar wird und fragmentierte Sichtweisen und Interessenlagen zusammengeführt werden.
CSR und Energiewirtschaft (Management-Reihe Corporate Social Responsibility)
by Alexandra Hildebrandt Werner LandhäußerDieses Buch beleuchtet die Rolle von Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in der EnergiewirtschaftEin steigender Energiebedarf bei begrenzten natürlichen Ressourcen stellt Energieversorger, Industrie und Verbraucher vor neue Herausforderungen. Dieses Buch zeigt in einem interdisziplinären Ansatz, welche Bedeutung der Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in der Energiewirtschaft zukommt. Die Herausgeber führen erstmals Debatten und Erkenntnisse aus Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft, Politik, Kultur und Medien zusammen und betonen, dass die Energiewende nur gelingen kann, wenn sie für den Einzelnen fassbar ist und unterschiedliche Interessenlagen zusammenführt. Die zweite Auflage des Buches zeigt, dass es ein Trugschluss ist, zu meinen, dass der Klimaschutz beschlossen und geschafft sei. Es besteht noch immer akuter Handlungsbedarf. Erschienen in der Management-Reihe „Corporate Social Responsibility“ liegt der Schwerpunkt dieses Buchs auf dem Bereich der Energiewirtschaft. Ziel der Herausgeber ist es, Führungspersonen sowie Manager aus der Energiebranche dabei zu unterstützen, ihr Wissen und ihre Kompetenz im Themenfeld CSR zu erweitern. Die Beiträge maßgeblicher Expertinnen und Experten ergänzen mit diesem Werk bestehende Ansätze durch neue Ideen und Konzepte, um so für das Bewusstsein der Nachhaltigkeit einen neuen Standard in der Management-Literatur zu setzen. Steigen Sie tief in die CSR in der Energiewirtschaft ein Untergliedert in insgesamt zehn Teile, erfahren Sie in diesem Buch nicht nur mehr über Corporate Social Responsibility und die Grundlagen einer nachhaltigen Energiewirtschaft. Die Expertenbeiträge beleuchten außerdem diese Aspekte:Was verantwortungsbewusste Klimaschutz-Unternehmen auszeichnetEnergiemanagement: Das Bosch Engagement für eine nachhaltige Sicherung der EnergieversorgungEnergiewende in der Bau- und ImmobilienwirtschaftDas Blockchain-Prinzip: Pro und ContraDie Energie der Veränderung: Wandel in der ArbeitsweltDieses Buch über Corporate Social Responsibility in der Energiewirtschaft ist jedoch nicht nur eine Leseempfehlung für Unternehmer. Die Herausgeber möchten das komplexe Thema CSR praxisnah einer breiten Leserschaft – und damit auch den Energieverbrauchern – zugänglich machen. Auf diese Weise werden gesamtheitliche Zusammenhänge in der Wertschöpfungskette der Energieeffizienz mit Blick auf erneuerbare Energien nachvollziehbar abgebildet.
CSR und Innovationsmanagement: Gesellschaftliche Verantwortung als Innovationstreiber und Wettbewerbsvorteil (Management-Reihe Corporate Social Responsibility)
by Reinhard AltenburgerIn diesem Buch erfolgt eine fundierte Auseinandersetzung mit der Fragestellung wie die Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)-Strategie bzw. -Ziele zu einer Verbesserung der Innovationsleistung von Unternehmen (Großunternehmen, KMU, Familienunternehmen) führen kann. Welche CSR-Aktivitäten sich dabei als besonders innovationsfördernd erweisen wird in dieser Publikation dargestellt. Dabei werden sowohl Produkt- als auch Dienstleistungs- und Geschäftsmodellinnovationen zur Erschließung neuer Märkte und der Steigerung der Wettbewerbsfähigkeit aufgezeigt. Weiters werden die damit in Verbindung stehenden organisatorischen und Managementinnovationen behandelt. Der erste Teil behandelt die Zugänge unterschiedlicher Wissenschaftler zu der Themenstellung und der zweite Teil umfasst zahlreiche Fallstudien von Unternehmen - Allianz, BASF, gugler, Henkel, ÖkoBusinessPlan Wien/VBV, Palfinger, SAP, Saubermacher, Volkswagen welche bereits konkrete CSR-getriebene inkrementelle und radikale Innovationen umgesetzt haben.
CSR und Reporting: Nachhaltigkeits- und CSR-Berichterstattung verstehen und erfolgreich umsetzen (Management-Reihe Corporate Social Responsibility)
by Matthias S. FifkaNachhaltigkeits- bzw. CSR-Reporting wird zunehmend zu einem Standard für Großunternehmen. 94% der 250 größten Unternehmen der Welt legen bereits einen Bericht zu den entsprechenden Aktivitäten vor. Dabei erfolgt zunehmend eine Orientierung an den Vorgaben der Global Reporting Initiative, die sich mehr und mehr als internationale Leitlinie durchsetzt. Obschon sich also eine gewisse Standardisierung hinsichtlich der Inhalte durchsetzt, gibt es noch immer große Unterschiede hinsichtlich der zur Verfügung gestellten Information. Dies gilt besonders im internationalen Vergleich. Dieses Buch gibt Ihnen einen Einblick in die bestehenden Unterschiede und zeigt wie CSR- und Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung erfolgreich implementiert werden kann. Dabei wird insbesondere auf die Chancen und Risiken zur Verfügung stehender Medien eingegangen.
CT- and MR-Guided Interventions in Radiology
by Andreas H. Mahnken Jens Ricke Kai E. WilhelmInterventional radiology is an indispensable and still expanding area of modern medicine that encompasses numerous diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The revised and extended second edition of this volume covers a broad range of non-vascular interventions guided by CT or MR imaging. Indications, materials, techniques, and results are all carefully discussed. A particularly comprehensive section is devoted to interventional oncology as the most rapidly growing branch of interventional radiology. In addition, detailed information is provided that will assist in establishing and developing an interventional service. This richly illustrated book will be a most valuable source of information and guidance for all radiologists who deal with non-vascular procedures.
CT Atlas of Adult Congenital Heart Disease
by Robert Pelberg Wojciech Mazur Marilyn J. Siegel Tomasz Miszalski-JamkaThe aims and scope of this atlas include a complete review of the embryology of the normal heart, the normal cardiac anatomy along with a complete discussion of the terms and definitions used to identify and clarify both normal and abnormal anatomy. In addition, techniques of cardiac CT angiography as it pertains to imaging congenital abnormalities are discussed including radiation concepts and radiation saving techniques. The bulk of this book then goes on to completely review the field of adult congenital heart disease using text and more importantly a multitude of pictorial examples (in color and grey scale) to demonstrate the abnormalities. Drawings accompany each picture to better explain the example. Furthermore, difficult and complex anatomical examples are supplemented with digital images and movies to aid in illustrating and understanding the anatomy. Each general set of anomalies as well as each specific abnormality or set of abnormalities includes a concise and simple review of the embryology and epidemiology of the abnormality as well as a concise explanation of the anatomy of the abnormality. In addition, the methods to identify and recognize the abnormality by computed tomography is discussed. Finally, the prognosis and common treatment options for the anomaly are addressed within this comprehensive book.
CT Colonography Atlas: For the Practicing Radiologist (Medical Radiology)
by Emanuele Neri Carlo Bartolozzi Lorenzo FaggioniThis easy-to-use atlas comprises a collection of representative common and unusual virtual colonoscopy (CT colonography, CTC) cases that physicians and radiologists may expect to encounter during their clinical practice. The atlas reflects the important recent advances in image acquisition, patient preparation, and image processing and is thus completely up-to-date. Each case is presented with the native CT images, integrated images obtained by 3D image processing, and colonoscopic correlation. Topics covered include normal appearances, anatomical variants, pitfalls, diverticula, lipomas, inflammatory bowel disease, polyps, flat lesions, cancers, and the postsurgical colon. By presenting the main features of anatomy and pathology, this atlas will serve as an invaluable tool both for radiologists performing CTC and for clinicians who need to review the CTC examinations of their patients.