MRI in Practice 5th Edition (2018) (PDF) by Catherine Westbrook

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MRI in Practice continues to be the number one reference book and study guide for the registry review examination for MRI offered by the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). This latest edition offers in-depth chapters covering all core areas, including: basic principles, image weighting and contrast, spin and gradient echo pulse sequences, spatial encoding, k-space, protocol optimization, artefacts, instrumentation, and MRI safety.

MRI in Practice is an important text for radiographers, technologists, radiology residents, radiologists, and other students and professionals working within imaging, including medical physicists and nurses.

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MRI IN PRACTICE MRI in Practice continues to be the number one reference book and study guide for magnetic resonance imaging, including for the registry review examination for MRI offered by the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). This latest edition offers in-depth chapters covering all core areas, such as: basic principles, image weighting and contrast, spin and gradient echo pulse sequences, spatial encoding, k-space, protocol optimization, artefacts, instrumentation, and MRI safety. The leading MRI reference book and study guide. Now with a greater focus on the physics behind MRI. Offers, for the first time, equations and their explanations and scan tips. Brand new chapters on MRI equipment, vascular imaging and safety. Presented in full color, with additional illustrations and high-quality MRI images to aid understanding. Includes refined, updated and expanded content throughout, along with more learning tips and practical applications. Features a new glossary. MRI in Practice is an important text for radiographers, technologists, radiology residents, radiologists, and other students and professionals working within imaging, including medical physicists and nurses. About the Author ABOUT THE AUTHORS CATHERINE WESTBROOK, Senior Lecturer and Course Leader, MSc Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK. JOHN TALBOT, Senior Lecturer, MSc Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK.

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⭐ MRI can be quite complicated, or simple, depending on what the individual brings to the study. I have been in and around MRI for over thirty years, and always want to find the five minute explanation. Never really did but in many ways this book comes close.My bias is that I have spent fifty plus years doing signal analyses and have been using Fast Fourier Transforms for an equal time. Thus knowing Fourier Transforms quite well, grasping the basic element of MRI, namely that location equals frequency, and sum of weighted frequencies equals something that can be inverse Fourier Transformed gives all one needs. Then understanding TE and TR, and then T1 and T2, one can readily understand the response of fat to water and any other mix thereof.Namely if one understood FFT then this book would be a great introduction. However not many have that background and the authors try to work around this. That is always a difficult and often confusing approach. But somehow it gets done in this book, without really ever discussing the FFT.Now there are two negatives. First there are figures with axes that have no definition. The figures thus are often more confusing than enlightening. If one uses a figure with a graph then one must explain both axes and from whence it come. The lack of these is pandemic across the book.Second, and perhaps a critique undeserved is a better explanation of DWI and DCE MRI. Concomitant with that is a door explanation of the various contrast media.Overall this a great first step to MRI. Wish I had it 30 years ago when I tried to explain MRI to some Internists.

⭐ I am currently using this textbook as a paired resource for the MRI program I am teaching. I used the previous edition when I was cross-training into MRI, and I thought that it did a fantastic job breaking down complicated MRI concepts and focusing on pertinent information for the registry. However, I’m noticing that the 5th edition has included A LOT of extra information that doesn’t seem necessary in my opinion. I want my students to become proficient in MRI while also learning the important concepts that will be covered on the registry. With this in mind, I think the newest edition may be overwhelming for those who may not be in a guided program. Overall, it is still a great resource for anyone learning MRI.

⭐ The book is an easy read filled with up to date modality specifics – I have other material and training books that I am trying to learn with, but this book breaks down the very complex workings of the physics of MRI…very helpful.

⭐ I love this edition of the MRI in practice series! It helped me pass my MRI registry! The latest version has totally updated tables and images as well as “behind-the-scenes” explanations of what really happens when an MRI tech changes parameters for a certain scan. The information covered isn’t easy to grasp right away, but the authors use analogies and really helpful graphics to explain the very complex physics of Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Also the online page has short videos explaining concepts such as formation of a spin echo using a 180 degree RF pulse that I literally did not understand until I watched the clip. This is a must have for any practicing MRI tech!

⭐ I have only started reading it but I absolutely love this! I’m studying for MRI right now and it focuses way more on the digital aspect and some physics. I think for the price it is a must have for those wanting to learn more about MRI. Very colorful as well and organized very nicely! It also has online quizzes and exams you can do as you go. I havent tried it yet but when I do I’ll update this comment!

⭐ A very succinct presentation of MRI theory and practice. The integration of classical electromagnetic theory with Quantum Mechanics is skillfully achieved. A ‘must’ for any physician who uses MRI in Practice.

⭐ I used this book for my MRI Physics class and it was very helpful to understand the physics used in MRI.

⭐ Excellent book for someone trying to teach themselves or go along with a course. I had the 2nd addition prior and this book was so much easier to understand, terminology was up to date, and it’s designed to keep your interest! (since we all know textbooks be gruesome to study.)

⭐ Exactly what I was expecting. Bought for a class.

⭐ book is used but good condition!

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