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Contrastographic techniques

Degree course: 
Corso di First cycle degree in Imaging and Radiotherapy techniques
Academic year when starting the degree: 
2016/2017
Year: 
1
Academic year in which the course will be held: 
2016/2017
Course type: 
Compulsory subjects, characteristic of the class
Credits: 
1
Period: 
Second semester
Standard lectures hours: 
12
Detail of lecture’s hours: 
Lesson (12 hours)
Assessment: 
Voto Finale

The aim of the course is to provide the student with basic knowledge in order to understand the types and characteristics of contrast media currently used in Radiology, including indications and contraindications as well as any adverse reactions

Barium contrast media.
Iodinated water-soluble contrast media:
- uro-angiographic contrast media
- CT contrast media
MRI contrast media:
- Gadolinium chelates (extra-cellular; hepato-biliary chelates)
- Superparamagnetic Iron Oxide
Ultrasound contrast media (notes)
Indications and contraindications.
Adverse reactions

P. Anelli, M. Barberio, D. Bokor - Mezzi di contrasto, storia ed evoluzione - Ed.: R. Lagalla. Radiologia, Diploma universitario per tecnici sanitari di radiologia medica - pp 189-234 (1° volume). Idelson Gnocchi Ed, Napoli 2000

Professors

FUGAZZOLA CARLO

Parent course

MEDICAL IMAGING 1