Road Map of First Year Residents for cross sectional Imaging:
1. Learn functions of the PACS
2. Learn utility of MIP/MPR
3. Learn various forms of windowing - eg metastatic window
4. Learn to check demographics
5. Check Clinical History
6. Read previous reports
7. Some of the common missed findings: KUB Stones / spine fracture /nodes /left lobe liver lesions
8. Learn to compare studies
9. Follow a protocol to see a scan, regardless of the clinical history
10. Initially focus on picking up the findings , rather than diagnosis
11. Think of the differential diagnosis to your findings
12. Apply your clinical knowledge and lab findings to the findings to narrow down the diagnosis.
13. Should know how to diagnose typical solid lesions like: Liver hemangioma, HCC, RCC, Angiomyolipoma, Adrenal adenoma etc
14. Be aware of various phases: Triphasic CT Scan, CT Urography, CT Enterography etc
15. Know about various windowing: Soft tissue / Bone window / Metastatic window / lung window
Prepared by Dr. Sharad Maheshwari
19.04.2023
Updated: 06.05.2023
Lumeen Paramedical offers a comprehensive B.Voc in Radiology in Delhi, designed to equip students with essential skills in medical imaging. This three-year program combines theoretical knowledge with practical training, preparing graduates for rewarding careers as radiologic technologists and imaging specialists in the healthcare sector.
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