Posted: April 6th, 2016

Critically evaluate the application of Computed Tomography in imaging the abdomen.

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding:
Successful students will typically….
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of CT in order to critically evaluate, justify and modify where appropriate the scanning protocols and techniques used.

• Have a comprehensive understanding of the merits and limitations of CT within the context of other available imaging methods.
• Learning Outcomes: Skills and Attributes:
Successful students will typically….
• Critically evaluate the clinical aspects and image appearances of a range of common disease processes as revealed by CT.

• Demonstrate technical expertise and critical awareness in order to formulate and adjust CT procedures in response to specific patient needs.

Title
Critically evaluate the application of Computed Tomography in imaging the abdomen.
You are advised to include images from patient cases or from external sources. Your answer should include justification of the CT examination, protocols, procedures and techniques used. Consideration of patient safety and care should be included. You should also include rationale for the diagnosis based on the CT image appearances and the potential impact on patient management as a result of the CT imaging.