MRS563 Trends in Computerised Tomography (8)

This subject examines new techniques and applications of computerised tomography (CT). It is offered concurrently with the practice of clinical CT. The aim is to provide the theoretical bases of the new techniques and applications of CT which are not commonly current clinical practice. Emerging developments, whether they be clinical practice, contrast agents, equipment or safety practice will be examined.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2019.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Biomedical Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Available only to students enrolling in the M.App.Sc.(Medical Imaging) course, or at the discretion of the course committee School of Clinical Sciences.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • understand and describe the principles of the new clinical areas in CT of CT fluoroscopy, cardiac scanning and coronary artery scoring;
  • discuss and explain the uses and actions of new contrast agents;
  • understand and describe clinical implications of ultrafast CT scanning;
  • discuss and explain any safety implications of new techniques, contrast agents and hardware applications; and
  • discuss and explain the implications of integration of CT with other digital modalities.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

CT Fluoroscopy. - scanning techniques, - scan protocols, - instrumentation, - safety considerations. Cardiac Scanning. - scanning techniques, - scan protocols, - instrumentation - safety considerations. Coronary Artery Scoring. - scanning techniques, - scan protocols, - instrumentation - safety considerations. New contrast agents. - actions - indications / contraindications, - imaging results. New CT Hardware. - advances in technology to enable faster scanning, higher SNR, higher spatial resolution, Integration of CT with other digital modalities: - DICOM requirements - DICOM compliance statements - integration into a PACS system.

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The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2019. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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