Radiographic pathology is the study of the appearance of diseases and injuries on diagnostic images, such as x-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), sonography, nuclear medicine, and fusion/hybrid imaging. It is an essential skill for radiologic technologists, who need to recognize and interpret the signs and symptoms of various pathologic conditions.

One of the most popular and comprehensive textbooks on radiographic pathology is Radiographic Pathology for Technologists by Nina Kowalczyk. The 8th edition of this book was published in June 2021 by Elsevier, and it offers an updated and user-friendly approach to learning radiographic pathology.

The book is organized by body system, covering the anatomy and physiology, pathologic process, diagnosis, and treatment of common diseases affecting each system. It also includes chapters on pediatric diseases, geriatric diseases, trauma, and contrast media reactions. Each chapter features learning objectives, key terms, review questions, case studies, and images that illustrate the pathologic appearance of various conditions.

The 8th edition of Radiographic Pathology for Technologists reflects the current standards and practices of radiography, including the latest ACR appropriateness criteria and ASRT curriculum guidelines. It also incorporates new diagnostic modalities such as digital radiography, cone beam CT, PET/CT, PET/MR, SPECT/CT, and hybrid imaging. The book also provides online access to additional resources such as image galleries, animations, videos, quizzes, and flashcards.

Radiographic Pathology for Technologists is a valuable resource for students and professionals who want to master the fundamentals of radiographic pathology. It is also a useful reference for preparing for the radiographic pathology portion of the ARRT® credentialing exam. The book is available in both paperback and eBook formats from Elsevier’s website[^1^] [^2^] or other online retailers.

One of the strengths of Radiographic Pathology for Technologists is its clear and concise writing style, which makes it easy to understand and follow. The author, Nina Kowalczyk, is a well-known and respected educator and author in the field of radiologic and imaging sciences. She has over 30 years of experience as a radiographer, educator, and administrator. She is also a Fellow of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and a recipient of the ASRT Distinguished Author Award.

Another strength of the book is its extensive use of images and illustrations to demonstrate the pathologic appearance of various diseases and injuries. The book contains over 800 high-quality images from various modalities, showing both normal and abnormal findings. The images are accompanied by captions that explain the key features and findings of each image. The book also includes tables and charts that summarize the important information and concepts for each chapter.

The book is designed to help students and professionals learn radiographic pathology in a systematic and logical way. It starts with an introduction to the basic principles of radiographic pathology, such as the pathologic process, inflammation, infection, neoplasia, trauma, and contrast media reactions. It then covers each body system in detail, starting with the skeletal system and ending with the endocrine system. Each chapter follows a consistent format that includes learning objectives, key terms, review questions, case studies, and images.