Fundamentals of mammography / Linda Lee, Verdi Stickland, Robin Wilson, Andrew Evans; foreword by Kristine M. King. - Second edition. - ix, 171 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Includes index.

Mammography equipment and quality control. Film processing and quality control. Breast anatomy - implications for mammographic practice. Mammography - the first steps. Mammography - basic projections. Mammography - complementary projections. Mammography - tailoring the examination. Training, education and continuing professional development in mammographic practice. Quality assurance systems. The basis of mammographic interpretation. Breast screening. Psychological issues and communication.Appendices. Glossary. Index.

A guide to obtaining mammography through sensitive management of the patient, this book provides an understanding of mammographic positioning and projections and their anatomical basis. It also includes chapters on basic mammographic interpretation and an outline of radiological procedures.

College of Health Sciences Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology


Text in English

9780443071140 (pbk)


Mammography.

618.1907572 F96 2003