Course:
College of Radiographers CPD Endorsed, Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Cardiac and Vascular
Module:
MRI Perfusion & Diffusion Imaging - version 2
Module Description:
Audience: MRI technologists interested in learning about MRI perfusion and diffusion imaging
Prerequisites: Knowledge of MRI and MR pulse sequences.
This module will explore the MR applications of both perfusion and diffusion imaging, principles, information obtained from these methods, and their future applications that are under investigation.
Learning Objectives
* Discuss the functional concepts of biological perfusion and diffusion processes
* Learn and develop an understanding of MRI perfusion and diffusion scanning techniques
* Explain the purpose for using each technique
* Describe current applications for perfusion and diffusion imaging
* Discuss the pulse sequences of each scan, and the potential benefits for patient care
* Describe new applications using perfusion and diffusion imaging and their potential benefits
Author:
DAVID HITT
About the author:
Dave Hitt is currently employed by Philips Medical Systems and maintains the position of Senior MRI Clinical Education Specialist. During his twelve years working at Philips Medical Systems, Mr. Hitt has been responsible for on-site MRI customer training, internal training of the MRI Clinical Education staff, and acting as Managing Editor & Author of E-Learning courses. Mr. Hitt holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sciences, Online Learning Manager Certificate, and is accredited by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with an additional MR registry license. He is also an active member of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, and the California Society of Radiologic Technologists.
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