Topics include a detailed study of normal radiographic anatomy, normal variants, and lines of mensuration of the axial and appendicular skeleton. Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics. This course presents the physics of diagnostic X-rays, with emphasis on basic principles and technology. Topics include the use of X-ray machines, imaging systems, film processing, and control of radiographic quality. Proper patient, technologist, and general public protection against the biological effects of radiation and associated quality control requirements are presented.
Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics.
This course presents the application of the principles of X-ray interpretation to skeletal pathology. Emphasis is given to an analytical approach to traumatic lesions of the bones and joints, metabolic diseases and related disorders, and hematological disorders and the skeletal dysplasias. Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics. This course is a continuation of Skeletal Radiology I with emphasis on tumors of the skeletal system, bone and joint infections, and arthritides. Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics.