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Chapters are organized by a symptoms-based approach within each major body system. Coverage features imaging modalities, including conventional radiology, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine scans. Bulleted lists make key points of requesting and interpreting an imaging study easy to review. Case studies in each chapter help you recognize imaging techniques and how to use radiologic reports to manage patient care. "Cost-Effective Medicine" boxes provide students with relevant insight into the economics of actual practice. Clear and easy-to-understand radiographs with explanatory captions provide basic information about each image. Full-color, crystal-clear images with precise labeling help you identify and interpret normal and pathologic structures and conditions. Glossary in each chapter defines terms commonly found in radiology reports.