MSRS 6482 - Current Cardiovascular Imaging

Institution:

Weber State University

Subject:

Master's of Radiologic Science

Description:

The content of this course is designed to enhance student knowledge of contemporary cardiovascular imaging techniques and the pathology they address. Advances in modalities used to image the heart, including conventional radiography, angiography, echocardiography, cardiac magnetic resonance, and cardiovascular computed tomography, have fundamentally advanced the understanding and treatment of cardiovascular disease in the 21st century. This course will present the latest advances in the field and compare the strengths and weaknesses of each modality. Course content will focus on heart defects, endocarditis, coronary heart disease, cardiomyopathies, myocarditis, cardiac tumors, pericardial diseases, pulmonary vascular diseases, and diseases of the thoracic aorta. Student will discuss anatomy, pathophysiology, and clinical features, encouraging the technologist to think critically, problem-solve, and evaluate the need for therapeutic intervention.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.weber.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 626-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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