RAD3021

Sonographic imaging and methods 1

(MED)

Synopsis: Acoustics theory, transducer design, beam focusing, sound-tissue interaction, image acquisition, A mode, B mode, image formation, image artifacts. Doppler ultrasound: Quality assurance in ultrasound. Power levels and biological effects. Sonographic anatomy of the abdominal organs and related structures. Sonographic representation of common abdominal pathologies. Selection of appropriate equipment, transducer and optimisation of technical factors. Scanning techniques for the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, bladder, great vessels, and the abdominal wall. Artifacts. Image optimisation.

Assessment: Examination (3hours): 50% + Image recognition exam: 20% + Imaging laboratory reports: 10% + Methods and imaging assignments: 20%