Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 401326

Coordinator James Nol Opens in new window

Description MR Musculoskeletal �MSK� Imaging is a core subject in the course of Advanced Imaging (MRI). The subject provides students with in-depth knowledge of MSK anatomy and the relevant protocols to create Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) sequences for MSK anatomical regions such as the knee, ankle and hip as well as the spine for different clinical examinations. It is expected that students will develop the ability to recognise normal anatomy, identify common pathologies and be able to provide diagnostic solutions and/or develop new MRI algorithms for clinical problems. They will have the ability to either produce, request or recommend the proper sequence and the best method of operating MRI equipment for the anatomical region in question. The subject is offered to all eligible students with a varied pathway for the two weeks clinical component relevant to their undergraduate discipline. Students will have 2 weeks of clinical training in an MRI clinical site.

School Medicine

Discipline Radiology

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 3 10cp

Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject

Pre-requisite(s) MEDI 7051 AND
MEDI 7049

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled in 4767 Master of Advanced Imaging (MRI) or 4768 Graduate Diploma of Advanced Imaging (MRI) and have successfully completed 60 credit points.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Examine sectional Musculo-skeletal (MSK) anatomy that can be produced on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment.
2. Critique MSK scanning principles and their common applications for different clinical problems.
3. Set up departmental MSK MRI protocols.
4. Present new MSK imaging algorithm and techniques to peers and health professionals.
5. Critique the use of the different equipment design for MSK imaging and the different MR frequencies required to achieve the best outcome for the patient.
6. Review MRI MSK cases to provide image Interpretation with high-level diagnostic confidence.
7. Reflect on Clinical and Operational pathways focusing on efficiency, productivity and provision of access to patients to MR MSK imaging.

Subject Content

1. Anatomy of Musculo-Skeletal regions to cover:

• Lower Limb: pelvis, hip joint, knee, ankle, mid and forefoot imaging
• Upper Limb: shoulder, elbow, wrist, fingers and thumb imaging
• Long bones imaging; femur, tibia/fibula, humerus, radius and ulna bones
• Orthopaedic spinal imaging
• Common pathology

2. Selection of appropriate sequences and imaging protocol setup.
3. Contrast and non-contrast Musculo-Skeletal imaging techniques.
4. Clinical Training via 3 different pathways.

• Medical Officer - Image Interpretation and observation of practical work and Interaction with a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) team.
•  Medical Radiation Practitioner - Hands on Practical training and basic Image interpretation.
• Allied Health - Interaction with the MRI Operations team, close observation of the operation and patient management and basic Image interpretation.

Special Requirements

Legislative pre-requisites

Note: Due to Covid restrictions the special requirements have been removed, July 2021.