Longjiang Zhang – författare

This book provides a systematic introduction to the fundamental knowledge and the clinical applications of CT angiography derived fractional flow reserve (CT-FFR) technology, as well as its up-to-date advances. The first two chapters introduce basic anatomy and knowledge of coronary artery diseases. Then, the details of invasive assessment methods of coronary artery disease including coronary CT angiography are presented. In the following chapters, the clinical applications of CT-FFR in the diagnosis and prognosis of different cadiovascular diseases are discussed, highlighting atherosclerotic lesions, coronary revascularization, and congenital anomalies of the coronary artery. Accompanied with high quality illustrations, it is a valuable and comprehensive reference for radiologists and radiological technicians, postgraduates and all the related clinicians to understand the clinical applications of CT-FFR in details.

This book provides an in-depth exploration of CT angiography (CTA), covering fundamental principles, clinical applications, and recent advancements across various body systems.

This book provides an in-depth exploration of CT angiography (CTA), covering fundamental principles, clinical applications, and recent advancements across various body systems. The initial four chapters delve into multi-slice spiral CT principles and techniques, CTA image post-processing, data analysis, radiation dose optimization strategies, and the utilization and principles of CTA contrast agents. Chapters 5 to 21 are dedicated to the extensive applications of CTA technology throughout the body. The newly increased Chapters 20 and 21 offer detailed insights into the clinical application of spinal cord CTA and pediatric CTA. While retaining a strong focus on fundamental knowledge from the first edition, the second edition dedicates more space to radiation dose optimization strategies and highlights CTA''s recent advancements in various systems. It additionally incorporates comprehensive anatomical descriptions of various body parts and emphasizes CTA''s role in disease prognosis and evaluation. This book is suitable for reference study by medical imaging physicians, graduate students, and physicians in related clinical departments.