Radiology 1, 4.5 credits

On completion of the course, the student should be able to: • describe how contrast differences arise in the diagnostic image material. • identify and name anatomic structures in the diagnostic image material and explain normal features. • use correct medical term for positioning of the organs and the method of applied examination methods. • explain and motivate the use of contrast medium in radiological examinations. • describe, at a general level, commonly used methods for conventional x-ray examinations • evaluate images based on image quality criteria

Course main parts consist of methodology for radiographic projections, anatomical structures and image quality. The course takes its starting point in previously acquired knowledge in anatomy in healthy human. Based on this knowledge, the student is trained to identify anatomic structures in the radiological image material of the nervous system, thorax, abdomen and skeleton. This includes conventional x-ray examinations and examinations with magnetic resonance imaging and computer tomography. In the course, an adequate medical terminology is trained based on the radiological images and examination methodology. The course also deals with contrast medium and its use in the diagnostic imaging.

The education consists of lectures and image seminars.

The course is examined through an individual written examination. In case of students absence of a compulsory task, the examiner of the course may allow a complementary assignment The student is entitled to a total of six test occasions to get passed. In connection to the course three occasions will be given One within the course, two during the following examinations. In certain cases, it is required that the student submits an exemption application before he/she get the results of his/her latest completed examination. Three more opportunities will be provided as described above when the course is run next time.

If the course is closed or is subjected to substantial changes, the student has the right to be examined under a previous course syllabus within a year from the date of decision.

Course evaluation will be carried out in accordance with the guidelines established by the Board of Education at Karolinska Institutet.