Thoracic Imaging The Requisites

" a practical guide to everyday chest radiology"

• 1. Radiographic Technique (Fluoroscopy, Digital Radiography, CT, Dual Energy CT, Dose Reduction Strategies)2. Normal Anatomy and Radiographic Signs3. Thoracic MRI: Technique and Approach to Diagnosis (Anatomic definition, Diffuse disease, Masses benign and malignant, except congenital)4. PET/CT/, PET/MRI: Technique, Pitfalls and Findings5. The Mediastinum (Anatomic definition, Diffuse disease, Masses benign and malignant, except congenital)6. The Airways (Small and Large Airways)7. The Pleura, Diaphragm, and Chest Wall8. Congenital Thoracic Malformations9. Thoracic Lines and Tubes10. Acute Thoracic Conditions in the Intensive Care Unit11. Pulmonary Embolism & Pulmonary Vascular Diseases12. The Post-Operative Chest (Expected and Unexpected Findings)13. Thoracic Trauma14. Community Acquired Infections (Findings and complications, including endemic fungal, viral and bacterial infections)15. Pulmonary Disease in the Immunocompromised Patient16. Mycobacterial Infections (TBC and atypical infections)17. Approach to Diffuse Lung Disease: Anatomic basis and HRCT18. Diffuse Lung Diseases (Interstitial Pneumonias, Smoking related/ Inhalational/Occupational)19. Pneumoconioses20. Obstructive Lung Diseases21. Pulmonary Tumors and Lymphoproliferative Disorders22. Solitary Pulmonary Nodule & Pulmonary Nodule Management23. Lung Cancer Screening24. Staging of Lung Cancer (Imaging and Surgical evaluation)25. Interventional Techniques