- Docente: Giangaspare Mineo
- Credits: 1
- SSD: MED/36
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Imaging and Radiotherapy techniques (cod. 6063)
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from Feb 19, 2026 to Mar 12, 2026
Learning outcomes
The student acquires basic technical skills in performing screening mammography, tomosynthesis, mammographic magnification, and diagnostic-clinical recall mammography. They are able to recognize the criteria for accuracy and acquire the skills to plan quality control procedures.
Course contents
- Macroscopic Anatomy of the Breast
- Refresher on Physiology and Pathological Anatomy of the Breast
- Normal Mammary Anatomy in Mammography, Ultrasound, and MRI
- Explanation of Pathological Patterns and Their Diagnostic Definition
Readings/Bibliography
F. Mazzuccato - A. Giovagnoni - Manuale di tecnica, metodologia e anatomia radiografica tradizionali - Piccin Editore
F. Netter - Atlante di Anatomia Umana - Edra
Teaching methods
- Lectures with PowerPoint Presentations
- Video Viewing
- Clinical Case Analysis
- Interactive Quizzes
Assessment methods
The assessment of learning takes place through a final exam that verifies the acquisition of the expected knowledge and skills. The exam consists of a written test with multiple-choice questions or open-ended questions on topics related to the main objectives of the course
Teaching tools
PC, text, PowerPoint presentations
All the educational contents covered during the lessons will be shared through the UniBO VIRTUAL platform.
Students with learning disorders and/or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives
Office hours
See the website of Giangaspare Mineo