“Radiology in Healthcare” explores the critical role of radiology in modern medicine, revealing how medical imaging techniques like X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound aid in diagnosing a wide array of medical conditions. The book highlights the diagnostic power of these modalities, noting that Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen's discovery of X-rays in 1895 provided the first glimpse inside the human body without surgery. It further emphasizes how radiology isn't just a diagnostic tool but an integral part of patient care, influencing treatment decisions and improving overall outcomes.
The book takes a structured approach, beginning with the foundational principles of radiological imaging before progressing to the use of radiology in diagnosing specific diseases, organized by body system. It then moves into more complex aspects of interventional radiology and image-guided therapies.
Finally, the book examines the evolving landscape of radiology, including advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and their potential impact on image interpretation and patient care.
