Sidhu PS, Ryan SM, Lung PFC. FRCR 2B Viva: A Case-Based Approach. Thieme; 2014; 304 pgs; 409 illustrations; $59.99
This 304-page softcover book is another in a long line of publications aimed at trainees (in this case, those studying for the Royal College of Radiology Part 2B examination). Covering imaging in GI, chest, MSK, neuro, GU, pediatrics, and nuclear medicine, the reader is presented approximately 20 cases in each category. There are appropriate images, clinical history, what is termed an “ideal summary” of the case (which is what the examinee should tell the examiner), tips for possible examination questions, the differential diagnosis, and notes on each case. The author of each case (15 authors in all) adds material that is felt to be critical additional information. These are basically classic cases with which each examinee should be familiar. The neuroradiology cases are well-selected, proper for a trainee but not particularly challenging. The book would be a good review for those studying for the ABR core examination.
