Kamran Ahrar

Percutaneous Image-Guided Biopsy Kamran Ahrar 2014 edition

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index. Table of Contents: Introduction The role of biopsy in management of patients with tumors and tumor-like lesions Modern imaging technology: the foundation for image guided biopsy Tools of the trade: from simple needles to robotics Sampling and pathology considerations Developing a new biopsy service or refining an existing program: Patient assessment and care before, during, and after biopsy Coding and billing Clinical Applications: I. Head and Neck Biopsies Head and Neck Masses Thyroid Gland II. Chest Biopsies: Lung Mediastinum Pleura III. Abdominal Biopsies: Liver Pancreas Spleen Adrenal Gland Kidney Omentum Mesenteric and Retroperitoneal Nodes and Soft Tissue Masses IV. Pelvic Biopsies: Pelvic Masses Prostate V. Musculoskeletal Biopsies: Skull Spine Pelvic Bones Extremities Chest Wall and Ribs Soft Tissue Masses Jacket Description/Back: This book is a state-of-the art reference to all aspects of percutaneous image-guided biopsy. It highlights various approaches to specific anatomic sites, describes potential complications of the procedure, and outlines management strategies. Featuring an extensive collection of radiological images as well as clinical case studies, illustrative diagrams, and tables, the book synthesizes the rationale, technique, and patient outcomes of percutaneous image-guided biopsy. In light of the growing number of indications for targeted tissue acquisition, it is a valuable guide for interventional and diagnostic radiologists who perform image-guided biopsies. The book includes coverage of these topics: . Biopsy devices and techniques. Fundamentals of CT-, ultrasound-, MRI-, and fluoroscopy-guided biopsy. Specific anatomical approaches to lesions in difficult locations including the head and neck, mediastinum, spine and pelvis. Biopsy of solid organs including liver, kidney, adrenal gland, spleen, pancreas and others. Biopsy of musculoskeletal lesions "

Contributor Bio:  Gupta, Sanjay, M. D Sanjay Gupta, MD, is a practicing neurosurgeon at Emory University Hospital and associate chief of service at Grady Memorial Hospital. A columnist for Time magazine and a chief medical correspondent at CNN, he lives in Atlanta, Georgia.