Medical imaging

Forensic radiography can be defined as a specialized area of medical imaging using radiological techniques to assist physicians and pathologists in matters related to the law. It can be used in anything from a double homicide case to an accidental drowning case. This new use of imaging helps to decrease the use of an invasive autopsy when it is not needed. However, it is very useful in cases involving a crime of some kind. It can be used for anything ranging from personal identification through…

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Technology has advanced significantly that now a simple cholesterol test or Electrocardiogram (EKG) is not sufficient to help people who may experience a heart attack in spite results of normal cholesterol. Newer imaging technology such as, CT scans, MRI, 3-dimensional echocardiography (3-D echo) and PET/CT scans have changed the game by being less invasive and less expensive. Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) is a diagnostic tool used for early detection to find…

Radiology and Sonography are two very important cornerstones in the medical field. The two both have a lot of similarities and a lot of differences that are unknown to students wanting to pursue a career in either. They both require mostly the same schooling, however you have to learn the different job practices of each. Whereas both help diagnose, students interested in this field need to understand the skills utilized because Radiology and Sonography both require different techniques. For…

take english four, pre-calculus or calculus or statistics, anatomy and physiology, psychology, health science four, and economics. After high school you need to have a really good plan. My plan is to go to Madison because they have a really good medical program. While I am there I would have to do schooling for four years. In those four years I would have to get a bachelor's degree. If I want to achieve the goal of being a radiologist I could get my Master’s before I apply for a…

benefits that come out of targeting Alzheimer's in earlier stages before causing irreversible brain damage. The Alzheimer's Association wanted to find potential biomarkers that will allow to detect early stages of the disease, and so far Brain Imaging/Neuroimaging have been the top contender. There has been the development of tracers such as Florbetapir F-18 which during a PET(Positron Emission Tomography) brain scan reveals amyloid plaques in the brain of tested patients. Others that have…

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, founded in 1922 is the world's largest authorization association that specializes in certifying technologists. The organization focuses on certifying and registering people in the work force. This association is important because it's required to be registered in order to be able to work in the desired field. The technologists are certified with various extensive tests and exams. In addition to the job opportunities one can get by becoming…

CAT Scans, ultrasounds, mammograms and regular x-rays are common in the healthcare system. To a patient, these are normal tests that one may experience during their life. However, in the world of medical billing and coding, these are not any regular test. These and other tests completed by the radiology department are coded unlike most treatments. Radiology coding is often billed by technical and professional components. When components are used is when the total cost of service is separated. By…

1. In 500 of your own words describe the benefit of designing a combination therapy of active treatment and imaging agent for use in patients with coronary artery disease. Cardiovascular disease is the main cause of the global mortality and morbidity of 17 million people. Surgical procedures currently combating this disease are percutaneous coronary angioplasty and coronary artery bypass grafting; both risking vein graft failure or restenosis; requiring further surgical intervention, drug or…

Radiation Exposure and Image Quality in Chest CT Examinations The lone conundrum that has stumped radiologists to physicists; from the individuals wielding a bachelor’s degree, to the geniuses that have made education their life occupation. How can radiation exposure be reduced to its absolute minimum without compromising image quality? Radiation is dangerous to the human body, and its variable effects are collective throughout our lives. This scientific concept forces an ethical responsibility…