Imaging and Urodynamics of the Lower Urinary Tract

Dr Uday Patel. MB. CLB MRCP FRLR -- Consultant Uro-Radiologist at St Georges Hospital & Royal Marsden, London, UK. Expert in urological imaging, as both a practitioner and teacher. Authored books include Handbook of Transrectal Ultrasound & Biopsy of Prostate, Carcinoma of the Kidney and Imaging and Urodynamics of the Lower Urinary Tract.

• The Bladder.- The Normal Bladder.- Imaging Modalities Used for Assessment of the Bladder.- Congenital Anomalies of the Bladder.- Intraluminal Abnormalities of the Bladder.- Abnormalities of the Bladder Wall or Mural Abnormalities.- Staging of Bladder Cancer.- Abnormal Bladder Contour or Size.- Functional Abnormalities of the Bladder.- The Urethra.- The Normal Urethra.- Congenital Anomalies of the Urethra.- Intraluminal Abnormalities and Filling Defects of the Urethra.- Intrinsic Abnormalities of the Urethral Wall.- Lower Urinary Tract Trauma.- Neoplasms of the Urethra.

From the reviews of the second edition: "This is a practical, concise review of normal anatomy and of anatomic and functional abnormalities of the lower urinary tract. ... The audience includes any medical practitioner who manages patients with lower urinary tract disorders. The book is comprehensive and clearly written, making it an excellent everyday reference for urology and radiology residents, nurse practitioners, and practicing radiologists and urologists. ... Each chapter contains many figures, tables, and diagrams. ... This is a welcome addition to the urologic and radiologic literature." (Patrick J. Shenot, Doody's Review Service, June, 2010) "This is the second edition of this softcover book. It is a very practical book authored and edited by a uro-radiologist. ... There are 14 chapters covering various radiological aspects of the lower urinary tract. ... it will however be useful for those who would like a general overview. The main features of the book are the numerous tables and pictures with radiological interpretation. The book would serve as an excellent reference for trainee urologists, radiologists and healthcare professionals ... ." (ICS News, Vol. 7 (1), January, 2011)