Diagnostic Imaging: Cardiovascular 3rd Edition

Diagnostic Imaging: Cardiovascular (3rd Edition)

A definitive visual reference for modern cardiac and vascular imaging—this updated edition delivers expert insights, advanced imaging techniques, and cutting-edge developments to support diagnosis and clinical decision-making.

Key Features

• Comprehensive, multimodality coverage — Over 200 fully updated chapters span the full spectrum of cardiovascular imaging—cardiac CT, MRI, PET, PET/MR, echocardiography, Doppler ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and more—accompanied by detailed interpretations for both common and rare conditions.

• Advanced imaging innovations — New chapters explore the expanded use of AI in cardiovascular imaging, advances in myocardial blood flow imaging using CT and MR, PET/MR for inflammatory cardiomyopathies, and novel dose-reduction techniques.

• Updated clinical guidelines — Includes the latest CAD-RADS 2.0 classification, imaging protocols for acute and chronic chest pain, transcatheter interventions, and guidance on COVID-related vascular complications.

• Rich visual content — Features more than 2,300 print images (plus over 1,300 eBook-only images), including videos, color illustrations, histology, radiologic scans, and clinical photos—organized in a bullet-rich layout for quick access to key findings, differential diagnoses, and interpretation cues.

• Multimedia-enhanced eBook included — Facilitates easy navigation, note-taking, content searching, highlighting, and audio playback of sections for on-the-go learning.

• Concise, image-first layout — Short, visually rich chapters allow clinicians to quickly access crucial information on pathology, anatomical landmarks, diagnostic thinking, and clinical implications.

Authors

• Suhny Abbara, MD, FACR, MSCCT, FNASCI — A leading cardiothoracic radiologist, currently Chair of the Cardiothoracic Imaging Division at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Recognized globally for imaging innovation, AI in radiology, and multi-modality cardiac imaging leadership.

• Seth Kligerman, MD, MS — Chairman and Professor in the Department of Radiology at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado; co-editor of this comprehensive and high-impact cardiovascular imaging reference.

Summary

Diagnostic Imaging: Cardiovascular is the definitive resource for specialists in cardiac and vascular imaging, as well as general, thoracic, and interventional radiologists—plus cardiologists and trainees—who need fast, precise imaging guidance in clinical practice. Featuring advanced applications, emerging technologies, and robust clinical protocols, it stands as an essential daily reference.

Perfect for:

• Practicing radiologists (general, thoracic, vascular)

• Cardiac imaging specialists and cardiologists

• Radiology and cardiology trainees or fellows

Not focused on:

• Primary pediatric subspecialties (except for congenital heart disease segments)

• Imaging outside cardiovascular systems