Radiology 3, 4.5 credits

To be qualified to a higher semester, it is required that the student has taken at least 15 credits from last semester, and all credits from previous semesters.

After completing the course the student will:
• based on referral content account for the choice of modality and survey methodology in neuroradiology
• identify and explain common pathological changes and their position within the neuroradiology
• identify indicated pathological changes in the vascular system and explain endovascular therapies
• describe how contrast may contribute to the diagnosis in interventional and neuroimaging studies.
• analyze and evaluate image quality in diagnostic imaging
• relate the latest research and proven experience to the learning outcomes regarding pathology and the choice of clinical application

The course focuses on various modalities and common pathology that can be made visible with diagnostic methods in neuroradiology and vascular diagnosis with a review of endovascular therapies. An important aspect is to identify medical conditions that require urgent action. Emphasis is placed on being able to explain pathological changes and their location with adequate medical terminology. How different methods for examination may be justified on a scientific basis and evidence-based approach are also studied during the course.

Lectures, seminars, image studies and group work

Examination takes place through an independent written examination and active participation and performance of group work and attendance at the at the presentation session.

To pass with distinction the student must pass in the individual written exam with distinction and pass, active participation and performance of group work and attendance at the presentation session. For this the assessment is based on criteria.

In consultation with the examiner of the course, the student may get a complementary assignment in case of absence from a compulsory part.

The student is entitled to a total of six test to get passed.

In connection to the course three occasions will be given One within the course, two during the following re-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.

The student has the opportunity to be examined according to a previous course syllabus within a year from the date when the course was decided close-down or undergoes major changes.

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