Webb’s The Physics of Medical Imaging (2nd Edition) – eBook

Description

Since the release of the highly esteemed and best-selling first edition, advancements in technology and clinical applications within the field of medical imaging have made significant strides. The second edition of **_Webb’s Physics of Medical Imaging, 2nd Edition_** (PDF) brings together these crucial developments into a single, cohesive volume, providing a thorough update on the fundamental principles of physics, cutting-edge technologies, and a multitude of clinical applications spanning all medical imaging modalities.

### What’s New in the **2nd Edition**:
– **Comprehensive Updates**: All original chapters have been meticulously revised to reflect the latest advancements in the field.
– **New Collaborators**: Features contributions from 11 new experts, complementing the existing team of authors that brings diverse insights into medical imaging.
– **Expanded Content**: Two brand new chapters delve into the realms of multimodality imaging and the nuances of medical image processing.
– **Advanced Technology Coverage**: Insight into the latest detector technologies and computing processes that are pivotal in modern medical imaging.
– **Accessible Learning**: This richly illustrated ebook ensures the material remains approachable for graduate students, reviewing the core physics that form the backbone of medical imaging.
– **Enriched Examples and Figures**: The content boasts over 50% new case studies and features more than 80% newly crafted figures, enhancing the learning experience.
– **Comprehensive Glossary**: A glossary of abbreviations, colorful insert, and detailed contents lists are provided at the beginning of each chapter for ease of navigation.
– **Mathematical Foundations**: Explores essential mathematical concepts related to medical imaging, computational needs, image processing, image perception, and integrated multimodality imaging.
– **Diverse Imaging Techniques**: Extensive coverage of vital imaging modalities including X-ray radiology, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging, alongside insights into infrared, optical imaging, and electrical impedance techniques.

### **NOTE**: The product includes the ebook, **_Webb’s Physics of Medical Imaging, 2nd Edition_** in PDF format. Please be aware that access codes are not included.

For those immersed in the field of medical imaging, this updated edition serves as an indispensable resource, offering the most current methodologies, technologies, and clinical practices. Perfect for students and professionals alike, it is a must-have book that enriches knowledge and enhances the understanding of the physics that drive medical imaging today.