Why Write a Book on Emergency Radiology?
In today’s healthcare landscape, emergency radiology plays a crucial role in patient care. With an increasing trend in the use of multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) for evaluating both traumatic and non-traumatic emergencies, understanding the complexities of this field is more important than ever.
Over the last decade, hospital emergency departments have become an essential part of the healthcare safety net. Economic-driven structural changes in healthcare delivery have led to:
- A significant rise in emergency department visits.
- Increased pressure on hospital capacity and staffing.
- The need for innovative strategies to improve patient flow and reduce overcrowding.
In response to these challenges, the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) organized a Categorical Course on “Emergency Radiology” in 2003 and 2004, which aimed to assess current developments and concepts in this rapidly growing field. This course brought together numerous radiologists, all of whom are renowned experts in their respective areas.
The authors of this book have made a concerted effort to update their contributions based on the syllabus from the ECR course. Key topics covered in this comprehensive guide include:
- Imaging approaches in emergency situations.
- Interventional aspects of emergency radiology.
- The importance of multidisciplinary teams for effective patient care.
- Strategies to optimize
Authors:
Borut Marincek (Editor),
(Editor)
Edition:
2007th
Publication Date:
November 20, 2006
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