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Basics of CT Head

26th Jan 2025
4:30 - 7:06pm (GMT)
26th Jan 2025
4:30 - 7:06pm (GMT)
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This forms part of the Radiology Teaching Series and would be taken by Dr Hira Farooq, an ST3 Radiology Registrar at Northwick Park Hospital, London Northwest Trust.

Summary

Learn the fundamentals of head CT interpretation in this engaging teaching session, part of the Radiology Teaching Series. Led by Dr. Hira Farooq, a respected ST3 Radiology Registrar at Northwick Park Hospital, you'll gain invaluable knowledge applicable to your medical profession. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your radiology reading skills and build your confidence in diagnosing and treating various cerebral conditions. This session is a must for any medical professional committed to ongoing development and patient care.

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Learning objectives

  1. To understand the basic principles and functions of a CT Head scan: By the end of the session, participants should be able to explain the fundamental principles of how a CT Head scan works, its primary uses, and its role in diagnosing various conditions.

  2. To identify the standard anatomical structures in a CT Head Scan: Participants should be able to recognize and correctly label basic brain structures such as the cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, ventricles, and important blood vessels.

  3. To interpret basic findings of CT Head: Attendees should develop skills to interpret gross pathological findings in a CT head scan, such as hemorrhage, infarcts, tumors, and hydrocephalus.

  4. To distinguish between normal and abnormal findings: By the end of the session, the medical audience should be able to differentiate between normal and pathological images in CT head scans, understanding the variations that could exist.

  5. To understand the pros and cons of CT head imaging: Participants should be educated about the advantages and limitations of CT Head imaging, its radiation risk, and how it compares to other imaging modalities like MRI. They should also be able to discuss when a CT scan is preferred in a clinical situation.

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26th Jan 2025
4:30 - 7:06pm (GMT)
Hosted on MedAll
Attendance certificate available
This event has ended. Similar events
Free
ONLINE