This module covers advanced concepts and current state of the art technology, safety and quality assurance issues in Diagnostic Ultrasound as well as the physical principles and applications of other Diagnostic Imaging techniques (X-ray Imaging, Nuclear Medicine and Magnetic Resonance Imaging) in the areas of vascular medicine, cardiology and neurology.
- Ultrasound Imaging
- Magnetoencephalography (MEG)
- X-ray Imaging
- Radionuclide Imaging
- Radiation Protection and Safety
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Role of Different Imaging Modalities in Clinical Measurement Science
Principles, clinical applications and associated improvements of advanced ultrasound techniques such as: Tissue Harmonic Imaging; Compound Imaging; Extended field of view imaging; intravascular ultrasound; 3D ultrasound; Doppler contrast agents; and Tissue Doppler Imaging. Ultrasound Safety - biological effects associated with the use of ultrasound; safety parameters such as Mechanical index and Thermal index; and different methods used for the measurement of acoustic output. Ultrasound Quality Assurance – B-mode and Doppler Instrument Performance, technical parameters associated with both B-mode and Doppler ultrasound; Test methods and equipment used to measure the technical parameters of both B-mode and Doppler ultrasound.
(12 hours)
Principle physics concepts and instrumentation of MEG. Describe the instrumentation, calibration procedures and safety procedures associated with MEG. As well as being able to discuss how these new techniques impact current clinical practice.
(2 hours)
Principle physics concepts and instrumentation of Plane Film X-ray, Fluoroscopy, Digital Subtraction Angiography, Computed Tomography. Computed Radiography. Digital Radiography. Applications of medical x-ray techniques in the areas of vascular medicine, cardiology and neurology.
(3 hours)
Principle physics concepts and instrumentation of Nuclear Medicine Imaging and PET imaging. Applications of Nuclear Medicine Imaging and PET in the areas of vascular medicine, cardiology and neurology.
(2 hours)
(1 hours)
Principle physics concepts and instrumentation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in particular, Spectroscopy, Diffusion imaging and Perfusion Imaging and Magnetic Resonance Angiography. Applications of MRI and MRA in the areas of vascular medicine, cardiology and neurology. MRI safety.
(2 hours)
(2 hours)
Lectures and self directed learning.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 70 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 30 |