- Docente: Laura Greco
- Credits: 1
- SSD: MEDS-22/A
- 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)
Learning outcomes
To achieve basic knowledge on techniques of medical imaging and radioprotection in pediatrics.
Course contents
The course provides an in-depth study of pediatric radiographic anatomy across the main anatomical regions examined using conventional radiology and digital fluoroscopy, with continuous reference to the technical, communication, and radiation protection aspects specific to pediatric patients.
Main topics:
· general principles of pediatric radiographic anatomy;
· anatomical characteristics of pediatric patients across different age groups;
· morphological and proportional differences between pediatric and adult anatomy;
· skeletal development, ossification centers, and the main anatomical landmarks of the growing child;
· general principles of radiographic positioning in pediatric patients;
· criteria for the technical and image quality assessment of pediatric radiographs;
· radiographic anatomy of the pediatric chest;
· radiographic anatomy of the pediatric abdomen;
· radiographic anatomy of the pediatric skeleton;
· use of contrast media in pediatric patients;
· main pediatric fluoroscopic examinations and procedures;
· the role of the Radiologic Technologist (RT) in the preparation, positioning, assistance, and technical management of pediatric examinations;
· communication with the child and caregivers during the examination;
· radiation protection in pediatric imaging;
· selected imaging examples aimed at anatomical recognition, understanding radiographic projections, and applying the principles of pediatric radiation protection.
The discussion of any pathological findings is intended exclusively for educational purposes and is used to support anatomical recognition, understanding of spatial relationships, and the correct technical-radiological interpretation of the anatomical region being examined.
Readings/Bibliography
Suggested textbook (not mandatory)
Fundamentals of Pediatric Imaging - Lane F. Donnelly, 3rd Edition, Elsevier, 2021 (Hardback ISBN: 9780128222553 9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 2 2 5 5 - 3 eBook ISBN: 9780128222560)
Any further materials, articles, iconographic atlases, or bibliographical references may be indicated by the professor during the lectures and made available through the Virtuale [https://virtuale.unibo.it/] platform.
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons with PPT files.
Assessment methods
Multiple choice written test.
Teaching tools
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 [http:] ) 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 Laura Greco