Minimizing distortion with geometry.(TEACHING TECHNIQUES)(proper
radiographic imaging)(Viewpoint essay)
Occasionally throughout my career as a technologist I have been
faced with exams in which I could not obtain the proper relationship
between the body part and the image receptor (IR). For example, . . .
An enlightening event.(TECHNICAL QUERY)(mammogram and static
electricity discharge)(Brief article)
The Problem
A 45-year-old woman presented for a routine screening mammogram.
Her history included prior mammograms with typically benign-appearing
calcifications. The craniocaudal image of the . . .
Confusing presentation mars text.(The Chest X-Ray: A Systematic
Teaching Atlas)(Book review)
THE CHEST X-RAY: A SYSTEMATIC TEACHING ATLAS. Hofer M (ed), Abandor
N, Kamper L, Rattunde H, Zentai C. 2007. 224 pgs. Thieme.
www.thieme.com. $44.95.
The Chest X-Ray: A Systematic Teaching Atlas . . .
[sup.18]FDG uptake in brown fat: potential for false
positives.(F-fluorodeoxyglucose metabolism)
A radiopharmaceutical, [sup.18]F-fluorodeoxyglucose ([sup.18]FDG),
is the primary substance used as a tracer during positron emission
tomography(PET) examinations. [sup.18]FDG has 2 advantages as a . . .
Year 2006 in review.(RE:REGISTRY)
This report describes a few of the 2006 highlights of the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The ARRT's Annual
Report to Registered Technologists, published each spring, includes . . .
Iodine 131 uptake related to hair dyeing.(CASE STUDY)
One of the more common radionuclide therapies performed by nuclear
medicine departments involves administering iodine 131 for thyroid
ablation in the treatment of thyroid cancer. Therapeutic doses . . .
Obesity creates imaging obstacles.(RESEARCH &
TECHNOLOGY)
Obese patients present a challenge to technologists across
virtually every area of imaging, according to a report in the February
issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology. Researchers . . .
Diagnosis and treatment of carotid artery disease.(CE: DIRECTED
READING)(Disease/Disorder overview)
After completing this article, the reader should be able to:
* Define carotid artery disease (CAD) and list its signs and
symptoms.
* Identify the risk factors for CAD.
* Differentiate . . .
Questions about ACR accreditation.(MY PERSPECTIVE)(American
College of Radiology)
Accreditation by the American College of Radiology (ACR) has become
a much sought after badge of honor by radiology departments and private
practices across the country. If you work in radiology, . . .
Writing in the radiography curriculum.(TEACHING
TECHNIQUES)
"I have bean a x-ray tech for 10 year and am applying for a
job." "Attaches is a paper of my experience for a job."
"Their is a copy attached two the cover page."
Errors like these aren't all . . .
Developmental dysplasia of the hip.(ON THE JOB)(Disease/Disorder
overview)
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a congenital condition
of the hip joint that occurs once in every 1000 live births. (1) The
term DDH has replaced congenital dislocation of the hip . . .
Calendar.
Calendar carries announcements concerning events, meetings and
educational offerings of interest to radiologic technologists. Notices
are published selectively on the basis of reader service vs . . .
Breast MR imaging: applications and pitfalls.(magnetic resonance
)
Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging of the breast is a 3-D dynamic
imaging technique that uses gadolinium-DTPA (diethylenetriamine
pentaacetic acid) enhancement to improve sensitivity for breast . . .
Calendar.(Calendar)
March 28-April 1
Texas
Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists Annual Meeting
Radisson Resort, South Padre Island
E-mail: tsrt@runbox.com
www.tsrtorg.tripod.com
March 31
. . .
Multiplying digits.(TECHNICAL QUERY)(Brief article)(Clinical
report)
The Problem
The posteroanterior and lateral radiographs of the hand of an
18-month-old girl showed a sixth digit growing from the posterior
surface of the hand. (See Fig. 1.) This radiographer . . .
Patellar imaging.(ON THE JOB)
Advanced imaging techniques such as computed tomography, magnetic
resonance imaging, ultrasound and arthrography are excellent tools for
diagnosing specific soft-tissue conditions, but routine film . . .
Radiograph reflects poor practice.(OPEN FORUM)(Letter to the
editor)
Editor:
Regarding the March/April Technical Query column titled
"Multiplying Digits": Would someone please explain why there
is no lead glove on the hand of the person holding the patient in . . .
Radiation protection.(CE: DIRECTED READING)
After completing this article, the reader should be able to:
* Name the most important and widely recognized measure for
radiation protection.
* Discuss how radiation exposure affects bodily . . .
Bone densitometry\Densitometria Osea.(PATIENT PAGE)
Bone densitometry is a type of imaging examination that measures
your bone mineral density, which is a sign of bone strength. Bones that
are not very dense become brittle and weak and are more . . .
Specialty credentialing for R.T.s.(MY PERSPECTIVE)(radiologic
technologists)
Radiologic technology is constantly evolving. Since Wilhelm
Roentgen's discovery of x-rays in 1895 and the development of the
theory of radioactivity by Madame Curie in 1912, scientists . . .
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