Lavin's Radiography for Veterinary Technicians 7th Edition

Your Essential Guide to Veterinary Radiography, 7th Edition

This book is a comprehensive text designed to help you develop a working knowledge of radiologic science and prepare for your national examination. It is written in a way that is easy to follow and understand, covering all aspects of imaging, including production, positioning, and evaluation of radiographs. Selected as a top title for 2024, this book is a valuable resource for students, technicians, and veterinarians.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Content: The text explores the physics of radiography, the equipment, the origin of film artifacts, and positioning and restraint of small, large, avian, and exotic animals.
• Unique Restraint Techniques: Provides unique coverage of non-manual restraint techniques, including sandbags, tape, rope, and sedation, to improve safety and enhance radiation protection.
• Digital Imaging Emphasis: The book emphasizes digital imaging, including quality factors and post-processing, to keep you up to date on the most recent developments in digital technology.
• Dental Radiography: A unique dental radiography chapter covers equipment types, safety, positioning, and reading the image for the dog and cat.
• Extensive Visuals: More than 1,000 full-color photos and updated radiographic images visually demonstrate the relationship between anatomy and positioning.
• Broad Coverage: It provides a strong foundation in radiologic science, physics, imaging, and protection to help you develop good imaging practices and techniques.
• New Protocols: The book includes new coverage of the latest protocols, ensuring an all-inclusive guide.