Title: 2023 Radiology for the Non-Radiologist – Day 2 (Non-Physician)
Faculty: Adam R. Guttentag, M.D.; Ryan K. Lee, M.D., MBA.; and Ryan Smith, M.D.
Release Date: 7/1/2023 Expiration Date: 7/1/2026
Day 2
Incidentalomas: Dealing With Unexpected Abnormal Findings on Radiologic Exams
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, COMP
- Apply an evidence-based approach to determine the need for further evaluation of abnormalities found incidentally on imaging tests.
- Distinguish cystic renal masses that need imaging follow-up from those that do not.
- Select appropriate further imaging when needed for small adrenal masses.
Imaging the Mediastinum and Heart
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP
- Develop an approach to analyzing the mediastinum on chest radiography.
- Develop an appropriate differential diagnosis for a mediastinal mass based on location.
- Discuss evidence-based guidelines to appropriately order gated cardiac CT in patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome.
Radiology of the Pleura: Effusion, Pneumothorax, and More
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, COMP
- Detect pleural effusion on a chest radiograph in its various manifestations.
- Review evidence-based factors that distinguish exudative from transudative pleural effusion.
- Distinguish pneumothorax from other findings that may simulate it on a chest radiograph.
Upper Extremity Trauma
Upon completion of this session, utilizing the Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines, the participant should be able to: GL, COMP
- Determine the utility of different projections of plain films of the upper extremity.
- Evaluate radiographic findings of common fractures and dislocations in the shoulder.
- Interpret common fractures of the wrist on plain radiographs.
Lower Extremity Trauma
Upon completion of this session, utilizing the Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines, the participant should be able to: GL, COMP
- Develop an approach for assessing pelvic fractures.
- Determine appropriate studies to order in evaluating for hip fractures.
- Analyze common plain film findings associated with knee fractures.
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