Video-based course (recorded 2017)

"MDCT protocols for polytrauma patients"
Speaker: András Palkó (Szeged, Hungary)
Learning objectives:
• to understand through the clinical implications, the need for an accurate imaging diagnostic process supporting appropriate treatment planning in the polytrauma patient group
• to become familiar with the imaging diagnostic algorithm, the role of MDCT and the special requirements towards imaging technique to be complied within this special condition
• to understand the various types, role and performance of MDCT imaging protocols in achieving the fastest but at the same time most reliable imaging information

"Abdominal paediatric emergencies"
Speaker: Maria Raissaki (Heraklion, Greece)
Learning objectives:
• to understand that paediatric abdominal emergencies are age-dependent
• to become familiar with the more common and potentially devastating paediatric abdominal emergencies
• to discuss imaging strategies when imaging neonates and children with a potential acute abdominal condition
• to emphasise differences in paediatric abdominal trauma approach and protocols compared to adults