| I.C. Techniques of diagnostic imaging 2
(objectives)
The course aims to provide students with the specific skills to correctly use radiological equipment. The teaching, integrated with the study of radiographic techniques, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills.
The course aims to provide students with the physiological, pathophysiological, clinical and diagnostic applications of the imaging technique to use and optimize specific skills to correctly use radiological equipment. The teaching of these applications is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills. The course aims to provide students with the specific skills to correctly use advanced radiological equipment. Teaching, integrated with the study of Magnetic Resonance and Computerized Tomography study techniques, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills. The training objectives for the second year student of the degree course in medical radiology techniques, in the integrated course med /50 of medical and technical sciences, are of extreme importance to guarantee complete and advanced training in the field of medical radiology. During this second year, the student must pursue a series of goals that foster greater specialization and expertise in the field.
First of all, it is essential that the student develops an in-depth knowledge of advanced radiological methodologies and technologies. This includes learning about different radiological imaging modalities, such as computed tomography (CT), as well as understanding the indications, limitations, and potential complications associated with this branch of diagnostic imaging. Comprehension of the phenomenon from the Resonance Magnetic Nuclear ; Knowledge of the components of an MRI scanner ( resistive , permanent, superconductive ); understanding of the generation mechanisms of the signal ( classification of the RF pulses ), training of the MR image ( meaning “ sequence ” of gradient pulses ) and of the meaning of the main ones scanning parameters ( echo time , repetition time , flip angle , bandwidth , acquisition matrix , length of the train of echoes , etc. ); f groups of scans conventional (Spin- Echo , Rapid Acquisition with Relaxation Enchancement Spin- Echo , Gradient- Recalled Echo ); meaning of “ weighting ” of the images (T1, T2, Proton Density , T2* , Flow , velocity and acceleration , water mobility , susceptibility , perfusion ) . The course aims to provide students with the specific skills to correctly use radiological equipment. Teaching, integrated with the study of radiographic techniques of angiography and interventional radiology, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills.
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90180 |
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Type of certificate
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Profit certificate
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| Module: Diagnostic imaging and Radiotherapy
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The course aims to provide to the student knowledge of physiologica, physiopathological, clinical and diagnostic application of the imaging technique in order to optimize scientific and tecnical skills to employ radiological equipment adequately.
The course aims to provide students with the physiological, pathophysiological, clinical and diagnostic applications of the imaging technique to use and optimize specific skills to correctly use radiological equipment. The teaching of these applications is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills. The course aims to provide students with the specific skills to correctly use advanced radiological equipment. Teaching, integrated with the study of Magnetic Resonance and Computerized Tomography study techniques, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills. The training objectives for the second year student of the degree course in medical radiology techniques, in the integrated course med /50 of medical and technical sciences, are of extreme importance to guarantee complete and advanced training in the field of medical radiology. During this second year, the student must pursue a series of goals that foster greater specialization and expertise in the field.
First of all, it is essential that the student develops an in-depth knowledge of advanced radiological methodologies and technologies. This includes learning about different radiological imaging modalities, such as computed tomography (CT), as well as understanding the indications, limitations, and potential complications associated with this branch of diagnostic imaging. Comprehension of the phenomenon from the Resonance Magnetic Nuclear ; Knowledge of the components of an MRI scanner ( resistive , permanent, superconductive ); understanding of the generation mechanisms of the signal ( classification of the RF pulses ), training of the MR image ( meaning “ sequence ” of gradient pulses ) and of the meaning of the main ones scanning parameters ( echo time , repetition time , flip angle , bandwidth , acquisition matrix , length of the train of echoes , etc. ); f groups of scans conventional (Spin- Echo , Rapid Acquisition with Relaxation Enchancement Spin- Echo , Gradient- Recalled Echo ); meaning of “ weighting ” of the images (T1, T2, Proton Density , T2* , Flow , velocity and acceleration , water mobility , susceptibility , perfusion ) . The course aims to provide students with the specific skills to correctly use radiological equipment. Teaching, integrated with the study of radiographic techniques of angiography and interventional radiology, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills.
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Language
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Type of certificate
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Profit certificate
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Credits
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6
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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MED/36
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Contact Hours
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60
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Type of Activity
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Core compulsory activities
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Teacher
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Argiro' Renato
(syllabus)
• Protocols and setting of Magnetic Resonance esaminations.
• Neuro-MR
• Neck-MR
• Muscle-Skeletal MR
• Abdominal MR
• Pelvic MR
• Angio-MR
• Breast-MR
(reference books)
• Elementi di risonanza magnetica ( RM ) - Dal protone alle sequenze per le principali applicazioni diagnostiche di Coriasco - Rampado - Bradac - Boris • 2014
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Dates of beginning and end of teaching activities
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Delivery mode
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Traditional
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Attendance
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Mandatory
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Teacher
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Magi Antonio
(syllabus)
Study techniques in diagnostic imaging
Principle of justification and optimization of the radiological examination
Physical principles of equipment
Radiation protection
Telemedicine
(reference books)
Diagnostic Radiology Physics: A Handbook for Teachers and Students. D.R. Dance, S. Christofides, A.D.A. Maidment, I.D. McLean, K.H. Ng. Technical Editors
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Delivery mode
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Traditional
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Attendance
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Mandatory
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Teacher
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Capotondi Carlo
(syllabus)
Angiographic suite study techniques
Interventional suite
Physical principles of equipment
Radiation protection
(reference books)
Diagnostic Radiology Physics: A Handbook for Teachers and Students. D.R. Dance, S. Christofides, A.D.A. Maidment, I.D. McLean, K.H. Ng. Technical Editors
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Traditional
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Mandatory
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| Module: Medical sciences and techniques
(objectives)
The course aims to provide students with the specific skills required to use advanced radiological equipment. The teaching, integrated with the study of the techniques of study of Magnetic Resonance and Computed Tomography, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills.
The course aims to provide students with the physiological, pathophysiological, clinical and diagnostic applications of the imaging technique to use and optimize specific skills to correctly use radiological equipment. The teaching of these applications is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills. The course aims to provide students with the specific skills to correctly use advanced radiological equipment. Teaching, integrated with the study of Magnetic Resonance and Computerized Tomography study techniques, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills. The training objectives for the second year student of the degree course in medical radiology techniques, in the integrated course med /50 of medical and technical sciences, are of extreme importance to guarantee complete and advanced training in the field of medical radiology. During this second year, the student must pursue a series of goals that foster greater specialization and expertise in the field.
First of all, it is essential that the student develops an in-depth knowledge of advanced radiological methodologies and technologies. This includes learning about different radiological imaging modalities, such as computed tomography (CT), as well as understanding the indications, limitations, and potential complications associated with this branch of diagnostic imaging. Comprehension of the phenomenon from the Resonance Magnetic Nuclear ; Knowledge of the components of an MRI scanner ( resistive , permanent, superconductive ); understanding of the generation mechanisms of the signal ( classification of the RF pulses ), training of the MR image ( meaning “ sequence ” of gradient pulses ) and of the meaning of the main ones scanning parameters ( echo time , repetition time , flip angle , bandwidth , acquisition matrix , length of the train of echoes , etc. ); f groups of scans conventional (Spin- Echo , Rapid Acquisition with Relaxation Enchancement Spin- Echo , Gradient- Recalled Echo ); meaning of “ weighting ” of the images (T1, T2, Proton Density , T2* , Flow , velocity and acceleration , water mobility , susceptibility , perfusion ) . The course aims to provide students with the specific skills to correctly use radiological equipment. Teaching, integrated with the study of radiographic techniques of angiography and interventional radiology, is fundamental for the development of specific professional skills.
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Language
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ENG |
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Type of certificate
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Profit certificate
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Credits
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6
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Scientific Disciplinary Sector Code
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MED/50
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Contact Hours
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60
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Type of Activity
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Core compulsory activities
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Teacher
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Fierro Davide
(syllabus)
- The MR scanner
- Resistive and/or permanent (low magnetic field)
- conventional superconductor (high and ultra-high field) - MgB2 superconductor
- RF coils
- Gradient coils
- Receveing coils (quadrature and phased-array coils)
- The MR image
- The imaging gradients
- k-space and Fourier transform
- Puls sequences (excitation, encoding, refocusing and inversion)
- MR sequences
- Gradient-Recalled Echo
- Spin-Echo
- Echo-Planar Imaging
- Rapid Acquisition with Relaxation Enchancement (RARE, Turbo Spin-Echo and
Fast Spin-Echo)
- Some variants
- Scan parameters and contrast generation - Typical examples
(reference books)
• Diagnostic Radiology Physics: A Handbook for Teachers and Students. D.R. Dance, S. Christofides, A.D.A. Maidment, I.D. McLean, K.H. Ng. Technical Editors
• MRI The Basics. Christopher J. Lisanti, William G.Branley, Jr.WOLTERS KLUWER
• MDCT PHISICS The Basics. Technology, Image Quality, and Radiation Dose. Mahadevappa Mahesh
WOLTERS KLUWER
• MDCT Anatomy-Body. Luigia Romano, Massimo Silva, Sonia Fulciniti, Antonio Pinto
SPRINGER
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Delivery mode
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Traditional
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Attendance
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Mandatory
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Teacher
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Santarelli Federico
(syllabus)
• principles of operation of the CT scan
• formation of the CT image
• CT developments
• CT retrospective software
• MRI and CT techniques and methods for functional and morphological studies
(reference books)
• Diagnostic Radiology Physics: A Handbook for Teachers and Students.
D.R. Dance, S. Christofides, A.D.A. Maidment, I.D. McLean, K.H. Ng. Technical Editors
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Traditional
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Attendance
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Mandatory
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Teacher
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De Almeida Luiz Demetrio
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Program for 20 hours of teaching on Computed Tomography (CT):
1. Introduction to CT (1 hour)
- History and fundamental principles of CT;
- Advantages and limitations of CT compared to other imaging modalities.
2. Physical principles and technologies of CT (2 hours)
- Physical principles of CT image formation;
- Components of the CT acquisition system and their functions;
- Types of CT scanners and their differences.
3. Technical protocols and acquisition parameters (3 hours)
- Technical protocols in different anatomical and pathological areas;
- Selection of appropriate acquisition parameters to obtain high-quality images;
- Considerations on radiation dose and strategies for dose reduction.
4. Visualization of CT images and clinical cases with associated technical aspects (3 hours)
- Radiological anatomy in CT images;
- Identification of anatomical structures and possible pathological alterations;
- Systematic approach to the visualization of CT images, transforming them into multiplanar images, MIP, and Volume Rendering.
5. Laboratory: Utilization of CT acquisition simulator (3 hours)
- Introduction to CT acquisition simulator and planning software;
- Practical exercises on parameter selection and scan planning;
- Simulations of CT acquisition and reconstruction of obtained images.
6. Clinical applications of CT (2 hours)
- Key diagnostic indications for CT in various internationally recognized acquisition protocols;
- Role of CT in the diagnosis and evaluation of pathologies.
7. Sicurezza del paziente e gestione delle reazioni avverse (1 ora)
- Precauzioni radiologiche e riduzione della dose di radiazioni.
- Gestione delle reazioni avverse ai mezzi di contrasto e alle procedure TC.
8. Revisione e valutazione (2 ore)
- Ripasso dei concetti chiave e delle competenze acquisite durante il corso;
- Valutazione delle conoscenze tramite esercizi pratici e/o quiz.
Questo programma di insegnamento di 20 ore sulla tomografia computerizzata (TC) offre una combinazione di lezioni teoriche, sessioni pratiche in laboratorio e l'utilizzo di un simulatore di acquisizione TC. Ciò permette agli studenti di acquisire conoscenze approfondite dei principi, delle tecnologie e delle applicazioni della TC, nonché di sviluppare competenze pratiche nella pianificazione delle scansioni e nell'interpretazione delle immagini TC.
7. Patient safety and management of adverse reactions (1 hour)
- Radiological precautions and radiation dose reduction.
- Management of adverse reactions to contrast agents and CT procedures.
8. Review and evaluation (2 hours)
- Recap of key concepts and skills acquired during the course;
- Assessment of knowledge through practical exercises and/or quizzes.
This 20-hour teaching program on Computed Tomography (CT) provides a combination of theoretical lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and the utilization of a CT acquisition simulator. This allows students to acquire in-depth knowledge of the principles, technologies, and applications of CT, as well as develop practical skills in scan planning and interpretation of CT images.
(reference books)
1. "Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text" by Lois E. Romans. Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health, The Point.
2. Slides provided by the professor.
3. https://uwgect.wiscweb.wisc.edu/protocol-manuals/
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Traditional
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Attendance
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Mandatory
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Evaluation methods
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Written test
Oral exam
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