Problem Solving in the Mediastinum
Mediastinal Lesions Although it may not be difficult to identify a mediastinal mass on cross-sectional imaging, it can be challenging to determine its nature. Diagnostic specificity is critical to…
Imaging of the Pericardium
■ Anatomy and Normal Appearance on Imaging The pericardium is a fibrous sac that surrounds the heart and is composed of two distinct layers: the visceral pericardium and parietal pericardium….
Trachea and Bronchi
■ Central Airway Anatomy and Physiology: Essentials for the Radiologist Anatomy The trachea is a cartilaginous and fibromuscular conduct extending from the lower border of the larynx (2 cm below the…
Introduction to Terminology
Introduction The focus of this chapter is to define terms used in cardiovascular and thoracic imaging and provide a basic framework for pattern recognition for problem solving in the…
Intensive Care Imaging
■ Value of a Routine Daily Chest Radiograph in the Intensive Care Unit Determining Who Needs Imaging Imaging of an intensive care unit (ICU) patient can be a difficult task…
Lung and Heart Transplantation
■ Lung Transplantation Since the first lung transplantation was performed in 1963, there have been major improvements in the surgical technique and posttransplantation management of organ recipients. Lung transplantation represents…
Imaging of Thoracic Trauma
Introduction Thoracic injury is a common sequela of acute trauma and is the third most common injury in trauma patients, after head and extremity injuries. The overall mortality rate…
Imaging of Cardiomyopathy and Myocarditis
Introduction Cardiomyopathies and myocarditis are disorders frequently encountered in clinical practice, and imaging plays a major role in the diagnosis, management, and follow-up of these diseases. This chapter will…
Acquired Diseases of the Aorta
■ Introduction The aorta is the largest artery in the body, arising from the left ventricular outflow tract and branching throughout the body. The spectrum of thoracic aortic disease is…
