Theory
The aim of this course is to promote the ability of the student to understand the computed tomography and its applications in medical imaging. The evolution of the method and its multiple uses are presented along with the protocol of acquisition and image rendering. The modifications of the method are presented as they apply in several diseases. The main diseases are discussed and gross pathologies are presented.
Laboratory / Hospital placement
The students will familiarize with the practice of computed tomography by attending the departments of large hospitals in Attica. Students also train in image post processing and multiplanar reformations as they apply in different examinations. They observe and participate under supervision in all parts of an examination (patient admission, history taking, preparation, positioning, contrast media administration, scan acquisition, image processing and distribution).
SYLLABUS
THEORY
1. Introduction to Computed Tomography. Basic principles. Equipment.
2. Spiral and multi slice Computed Tomography
3. Examination method. Image reconstruction. Image quality.
4. Image processing and reporting
5. Radiation protection in CT
6. Contrast media in CT
7. Computed Tomography of head, neck and spine
8. CT scan of the thorax I
9. CT scan of the thorax II
10. CT scan of the abdomen I
11. CT scan of the abdomen II
12. CT of retroperitoneal space
13. Specialized applications of CT
LABORATORY
Training in CT Departments of large Hospitals in examinations of the entire body. Familiarization with the whole process of the examination and gross abnormal findings. Use of contrast media and handling of contrast reactions.
Patient preparation, contrast media, injectors. Image artifact reduction. Post processing and image analysis. The examination and scanning process, multi phase scanning, particularities in scanning different regions. Issues regarding radiation dose and optimization.