Table of Contents
1 Introduction to Pathology
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Pathologic Terms
Monitoring Disease Trends
Human Genetic Technology
Altered Cellular Biology
Disease Classifications
Summary
Review Questions
2 Skeletal System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases
Infectious and Inflammatory Disorders
Neoplastic Diseases
Review Questions
3 Respiratory System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Chest Tubes, Vascular Access Lines, and Catheters
Respiratory Failure
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases
Inflammatory Diseases
Fungal Diseases
Neoplastic Diseases
Review Questions
4 Cardiovascular System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases
Alterations in Cardiovascular Function
Congestive Heart Failure
Degenerative Diseases
Myocardial Infarction
Review Questions
5 Abdomen and Gastrointestinal System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Congenital and Hereditary Anomalies
Inflammatory Diseases
Esophageal Varices
Degenerative Diseases
Gastric Volvulus
Bowel Obstructions
Neurogenic Diseases
Diverticular Diseases
Neoplastic Diseases
Review Questions
6 Hepatobiliary System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Inflammatory Diseases
Neoplastic Diseases
Review Questions
7 Urinary System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Kidneys, Ureters, and Bladder Radiography
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases
Inflammatory Diseases
Urinary System Calcifications
Degenerative Diseases
Neoplastic Diseases
Review Questions
8 Nervous System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases
Inflammatory and Infectious Diseases
Degenerative Diseases
Vascular Diseases
Neoplastic Diseases
Review Questions
9 Hematopoietic System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
Congenital and Hereditary Diseases
Neoplastic Diseases
Review Questions
10 Reproductive System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Female Reproductive System
Male Reproductive System
Review Questions
11 Endocrine System
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology
Imaging Considerations
Skeletal Disorders
Pituitary Gland Disorders
Adrenal Gland Disorders
Pancreatic Disorders
Thyroid and Parathyroid Gland Disorders
Review Questions
12 Traumatic Disease
Chapter Outline
Learning Objectives
Level I, II, and III Trauma Centers
Imaging Considerations
Trauma of the Vertebral Column and Head
Skeletal Trauma
Trauma of the Chest and Thorax
Abdominal Trauma
Review Questions
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
PREFACE
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