Atlas of Diffuse Lung Diseases

This atlas is designed as an easy-to-use reference guide that identifies and illustrates the key patterns of diffuse lung diseases observed on high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and then documents in more detail the characteristics and appearances of the individual diseases, grouped on the basis of their prevalent pattern. A further feature of the book is its interdisciplinary nature: contributions from experts in various specialties are tightly interwoven throughout and many pathologic correlations are included.

Less experienced readers will find that this atlas, with its wealth of figures and helpful color coding, steers them towards correct interpretation when confronted by the multiplicity and complexity of these diseases; those who are already experts, on the other hand, will benefit from the detailed coverage of individual diseases, which will deepen their understanding. At the end of the book, a graphically appealing and practice-oriented illustrated glossary with tips and tricks offers a further highly effective educational tool. Given the clinical spectrum of diseases covered, this atlas will prove invaluable for a wide range of healthcare workers, especially radiologists, pulmonologists, and pathologists.

Table of contents (15 chapters)

·         Clinical Approach to Diffuse Lung Diseases

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Pages 1-26

·         Thinking Through Pathology

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Pages 27-48

·         Septal Pattern

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Pages 49-54

·         Septal Diseases

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Pages 55-65

·         Fibrosing Pattern

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Pages 67-78

·         Fibrosing Diseases

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Pages 79-95

·         Nodular Pattern

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Pages 97-111

·         Nodular Diseases

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Pages 113-144

·         Alveolar Pattern

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Pages 145-162

·         Alveolar Diseases

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Pages 163-201

·         Cystic Pattern

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Pages 203-210

·         Cystic Diseases

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Pages 211-231

·         Dark Lung Pattern

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Pages 233-238

·         Dark Lung Diseases

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Pages 239-249

·         Case-Based Glossary with Tips and Tricks

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Pages 251-289