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Radiation Exposure and Image Quality in X-Ray Diagnostic Radiology

Physical Principles and Clinical Applications

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Authors:
  1. Horst Aichinger

    1. Fürth, Germany

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  2. Joachim Dierker

    1. Erlangen, Germany

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  3. Sigrid Joite-Barfuß

    1. Erlangen, Germany

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  4. Manfred Säbel

    1. Inst. Diagnostische Radiologie, Gynäkologische Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany

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  • Thoroughly updated new edition that examines in detail the relationship between radiation dose and image quality, including when using digital imaging and computed tomography Written by experts who for many years have collected data relevant to the optimization of radiological diagnosis
  • Complementary CD-ROM containing a user-friendly Excel file that can be used in calculations

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Table of contents (18 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xiv
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  2. Introduction

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
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    2. Principles of X-Ray Imaging

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 3-7

    3. Structure of the Book

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 9-10

  3. Physical Principles

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 11-11
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    2. Production and Measurement of X-Rays

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 13-20

    3. Interaction of Photons with Matter

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 21-31

    4. Radiation Field and Dosimetric Quantities

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 33-40

    5. Penetration of X-Rays

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 41-51

    6. Scattered Radiation

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 53-65

    7. Image Receptors

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 67-83

    8. Image Quality and Dose

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 85-101

  4. Clinical Applications

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 103-103
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    2. Evaluation of Dose to the Patient

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 105-120

    3. Scattered Radiation

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 121-132

    4. Optimisation of Image Quality and Dose

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 133-144

  5. Supplement

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 145-149
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    2. X-Ray Spectra

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 151-179

    3. Interaction Coefficients

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 181-198

    4. Characteristics of the Primary Radiation Beam

      • Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel
      Pages 199-256
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About this book

This completely updated second edition of Radiation Exposure and Image Quality in X-ray Diagnostic Radiology provides the reader with detailed guidance on the optimization of radiological imaging. The basic physical principles of diagnostic radiology are first presented in detail, and their application to clinical problems is then carefully explored. The final section is a supplement containing tables of data and graphical depictions of X-ray spectra, interaction coefficients, characteristics of X-ray beams, and other aspects relevant to patient dose calculations. In addition, a complementary CD-ROM contains a user-friendly Excel file database covering these aspects that can be used in the reader’s own programs. This book will be an invaluable aid to medical physicists when performing calculations relating to patient dose and image quality, and will also prove useful for diagnostic radiologists and engineers.

Reviews

From the reviews:

“This well-written hardback describes the physical principles involved in imaging with x-rays. … an excellent addition to any medical physics department that has involvement in diagnostic radiology. It is suitable for trainee physicists in need of an up-to-date imaging reference, and will also be useful to experienced staff to refresh their knowledge on specific topics or make use of the reference data.” (David Platten, Scope, Vol. 22 (4), December, 2013)

"This textbook deals with the central concern of professionals working in diagnostic imaging. … it treats the material in greater depth than is usual in standard radiological physics textbooks. … The strength of the work resides in its structured treatment of topics that are pivotal in diagnostic imaging and also CT. … I would recommend it as an invaluable reference work for scientists working in diagnostic imaging. It should be of particular value to those involved in the training of staff in the field." (Dr M Casey, RAD Magazine, May, 2004)

"The book derives from a wide range of knowledge, scientific data, and extensive practical experience accumulated over the years. … This book, which is a clear and comprehensive scientific overview, provides a reference for physicists, engineers, and other experts working on problems of image quality, patient dose estimation, and the establishment of diagnostic reference levels. Its launch at this time is well chosen, as European experts are much concerned with the demands of CEC 97/43 publication (MED)." (O. Glomset, Acta Radiologica, 2004)

Authors and Affiliations

  • Fürth, Germany

    Horst Aichinger

  • Erlangen, Germany

    Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß

  • Inst. Diagnostische Radiologie, Gynäkologische Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany

    Manfred Säbel

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Radiation Exposure and Image Quality in X-Ray Diagnostic Radiology

  • Book Subtitle: Physical Principles and Clinical Applications

  • Authors: Horst Aichinger, Joachim Dierker, Sigrid Joite-Barfuß, Manfred Säbel

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-11241-6

  • Publisher: Springer Berlin, Heidelberg

  • eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2012

  • Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-642-11240-9Published: 22 November 2011

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-3-662-51754-3Published: 04 May 2017

  • eBook ISBN: 978-3-642-11241-6Published: 25 October 2011

  • Edition Number: 2

  • Number of Pages: XIV, 307

  • Number of Illustrations: 229 b/w illustrations

  • Topics: Imaging / Radiology, Effects of Radiation/Radiation Protection, Gynecology

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