Specialist Imaging Relating to Children or Young People (Level 7)

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This module concentrates on the contribution of specialised modalities in children and young persons imaging. The module is of value to students studying on either Children and Young Persons Imaging or Diagnostic Imaging award pathways but may also be taken stand-alone.

 

Aims of the module are:

This module enables the participant to;  

  • Acquire an understanding of CT, MR, RNI (including blended imaging) and US modalities in children and young persons imaging.  
  • Provide an understanding of dose optimisation and contrast use in children and young persons  
  • Understand and utilise the rationales for different imaging modalities in children and young persons, including the use of GA, Sedation and play therapy