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The 2nd Edition provides the reader with an abbreviated version of Diagnosis of Diseases of the Chest, 3rd Edition. As in the expanded text, all chest diseases are discussed in a logical pattern from etiology and pathogenesis to prognosis, allowing for quick reference to the area of interest. Topics reviewed in the book include: morphology, physiology and roentgenologic anatomy of the normal chest; techniques of roentgenologic, pathologic, physiologic and clinical investigation of chest disease, and roentgenologic signs of chest disease. Numerous illustrations are included to emphasize key points.