Image Interpretation: Bones, Joints, and Fractures, 1st Edition

Description:

Interpreting X-ray images correctly is essential for diagnostic radiographers, as well as a widely used skill for emergency department doctors, nurse practitioners, and many other healthcare professions. This new title provides a systematic, methodical approach to musculoskeletal image interpretation and its role in the evaluation and treatment of injury.A companion to the eighth edition of Bones and Joints, this book covers the basic principles for interpreting images and then follows a simple regional approach to common radiographic projections. It goes on to consider common and important fracture patterns and other injuries related to that region, as well as the differences between normal and abnormal images.Image Interpretation is an ideal learning guide for undergraduates, those transitioning to graduate roles or clinical practice, and other healthcare professionals wanting to supplement their training. User-friendly format: readers will be able to use the text to seamlessly explore the concepts between normal anatomy and abnormal radiographic appearances Systematic approach provided for each common radiographic projection Online case studies for readers to test and apply their clinical knowledge Key important learning points (‘Insights’) Annotated radiographic images and examples to support learning

Table of Contents:

1 Principles of Image Interpretation

Introduction

Key Aspects of Image Interpretation

Framework of Reference

Normalising

Summary

Further Reading

2 Normal Appearances – A Systemic Approach

Normal Radiographic Appearances

A Systematic Approach – AABCSS

Further Reading

3 Fractures and Joint Trauma

Stress on Bone

Conclusion

4 Upper Limb

Humerus

Elbow

The Paediatric Elbow (Fig.

4. 10)

Forearm

Wrist

Hand

Thumb

Fingers

5 Shoulder Girdle

Anteroposterior Projection

Axial (or Modified Axial) Projection

Y-view (or Lateral Scapula) Projection

Clavicle

6 Lower Limb

Femur

Knee

Tibia and Fibula

Ankle

Foot

7 Pelvic Girdle and Hip

Pelvis

Hip and Proximal Femur

8 Spine

Cervical Spine

Thoracic Spine

Lumbar Spine

Conclusion

Further Reading

9 Facial Bones

Facial Bones

Occipitomental (Waters View)

Occipitomental 30° View

Orthopantomogram (OPT/OPG)

Conclusion

Further Reading

10 Practical Applications of Image Interpretation and the Future

What is the Benefit of More Individuals Being Able to Interpret Medical Images Accurately?

Methods Employed in Image Interpretation

Artificial Intelligence

The Basics of AI

Conclusion

Further Reading

Index