POSTGRADUATE EDUCATION
11:05K. Knapp, Exeter / UK
Learning Objectives
1. To discuss the impact of patient size on image quality and dose.
2. To review the limitations and opportunities presented by state-of-the-art equipment.
3. To explore key optimisation steps for the examination of larger patients, children and adults, in general radiography.
08:35B. Kraus, Vienna / AT
Learning Objectives
1. To discuss the impact of patient size on ultrasound technique and image quality.
2. To consider current ultrasound technology, systems, and probes.
3. To explore key optimisation steps, techniques and protocols, for the examination of larger patients.
09:12S.J. Foley, Dublin / IE
Learning Objectives
1. To discuss the impact of patient size on image quality and dose for paediatric and adult examinations.
2. To review the limitations and opportunities presented by state-of-the-art equipment.
3. To explore key optimisation steps, techniques and protocols, for the examination of larger patients.
10:20E. Thiry, Strasbourg / FR
Learning Objectives
1. To discuss the impact of patient size on image quality in MRI.
2. To consider current scanner, coil, and sequence design in terms of larger patients
3. To explore key optimisation steps, techniques and protocols, for the examination of larger patients.