Respiratory Failure: Applications of Lung Imaging Techniques - by Alan Holly (Hardcover)

About the Book

Respiratory failure is a condition where the respiratory system fails to maintain adequate gas exchange. This can arise from impaired lung function, muscle weakness, or abnormalities in respiratory control. Lung imaging techniques are pivotal in diagnosing and managing respiratory failure, offering detailed insights into lung structure and function. Chest X-rays are commonly used for initial assessment, identifying conditions such as pneumonia, pulmonary edema, and pleural effusions. Computed Tomography (CT) scans provide high-resolution images, crucial for detecting interstitial lung diseases, pulmonary embolisms, and complex infections. Ultrasound, increasingly used in critical care, helps diagnose pleural effusions and guide thoracentesis. Advanced techniques like Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) are valuable for assessing pulmonary vascular diseases and lung cancer, respectively. Functional imaging techniques, such as ventilation-perfusion (V/Q) scans, are essential in evaluating pulmonary embolisms. These imaging modalities collectively enhance the understanding of the underlying causes of respiratory failure, guide therapeutic decisions, and monitor disease progression and response to treatment. This book unravels the recent studies in the field of respiratory failure imaging technologies. The various studies that are constantly contributing towards advancing technologies and evolution of this field are examined in detail. This book is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue this discipline further.

Book Synopsis

Respiratory failure is a condition where the respiratory system fails to maintain adequate gas exchange. This can arise from impaired lung function, muscle weakness, or abnormalities in respiratory control. Lung imaging techniques are pivotal in diagnosing and managing respiratory failure, offering detailed insights into lung structure and function. Chest X-rays are commonly used for initial assessment, identifying conditions such as pneumonia, pulmonary edema, and pleural effusions. Computed Tomography (CT) scans provide high-resolution images, crucial for detecting interstitial lung diseases, pulmonary embolisms, and complex infections. Ultrasound, increasingly used in critical care, helps diagnose pleural effusions and guide thoracentesis. Advanced techniques like Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) are valuable for assessing pulmonary vascular diseases and lung cancer, respectively. Functional imaging techniques, such as ventilation-perfusion (V/Q) scans, are essential in evaluating pulmonary embolisms. These imaging modalities collectively enhance the understanding of the underlying causes of respiratory failure, guide therapeutic decisions, and monitor disease progression and response to treatment. This book unravels the recent studies in the field of respiratory failure imaging technologies. The various studies that are constantly contributing towards advancing technologies and evolution of this field are examined in detail. This book is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue this discipline further.