MRS504 Advanced Breast Imaging (8)

Breast imaging is a broad term used to describe the screening, diagnosis, treatment and review of breast disease using medical imaging techniques. This subject builds on practitioner knowledge of 2D mammography and adjunct breast ultrasound as the cornerstones of routine breast imaging and presents advanced theoretical knowledge across the existing modalities of mammography, digital breast tomosynthesis, ultrasound and MRI. It also considers new and emerging technologies including contrast mammography, automated whole breast ultrasound screening, cone beam breast computed tomography, positron emission mammography and molecular imaging, as well as artificial intelligence. Individualised imaging and advanced practitioner roles in breast imaging will be explored.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: MRS504. 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 Dentistry and Medical Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Only available for students enrolled in the Master of Advanced Medical Radiation Practice.

Assumed Knowledge

Undergraduate degree in MRS and clinical experience in MRS.

Incompatible Subjects

MRS500, MRS501, MRS502, MRS503

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to synthesise knowledge of routine mammographic positioning and image quality analysis with the current evidence base for new techniques and technology;
  • be able to apply advanced knowledge of the principles and applications of Advanced Practice in breast imaging using new technologies and artificial intelligence;
  • be able to critically evaluate image acquisition across core modalities and describe features of common normal and abnormal variants;
  • be able to apply evidence-based discussion of the principles and decision making involved in constructing individualised imaging regimes from the context of breast cancer risk, new and emerging technologies, artificial intelligence and patient outcomes;
  • be able to critically evaluate the role and future applications of Advanced Practice in breast imaging across a wide range of patient presentations and settings; and
  • be able to use research skills to undertake literature searching, review, and critique, and apply evidence-based breast imaging research within a range of contexts.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Contemporary Imaging;
  • New and emerging technologies and procedures;
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) in breast imaging
  • Personalised breast imaging; and
  • Advanced practionery models.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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