Thoracic imaging in the ICU. Interventional radiology.
Radiology in the intensive care unit (ICU) patient is dominated by plain x-rays, with noteworthy findings prompting further imaging and possible intervention. This chapter discusses interventional and minimally invasive techniques used to treat pleural, mediastinal and pulmonary parenchymal problems commonly encountered in the ICU.
Walser
Eric
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Department of Radiology, University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd., Galveston, TX 77555, USA. emwalser@utmb.edu
Savage
Clare
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Zwischenberger
Joseph B
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