Imaging Studies of the Spine

This lecture looks at imaging studies of the spine and the application of imaging modalities on the spinal column and cord.

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Lecturer: Marius R Schmid, MD

Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentation
  • Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
  • Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)

Ref.ID: 1_14_schmidt

DOI: 10.28962/01.3.014

What you will cover in this lecture

This spine surgery lecture covers imaging studies of the spine. It looks at the applications of the imaging modalities at our disposal for evaluation of the spine. The application of these modalities in disease processes ranging from trauma, deformity, degeneration, tumours, infections and deformity is discussed. The methods for extracting additional information with specific techniques in conventional radiology are covered. Difficult situations such as post operative patients especially with instrumentation are also discussed in detail and strategies for proceeding in these conditions are suggested. Finally, the judicious use is emphasised, in order to minimise the risk to the patients, and achieve economy of resources.

Learning Objectives

  1. To know the strengths and the weaknesses of the different radiological modalities
  2. Accordingly, to know the indications of these different radiological modalities
  3. To understand the different MR Sequences
  4. To know in which cases contrast enhanced imaging is essential
  5. To know contraindications of MRI and CT

Target Groups

Lecture Presentation

Imaging Studies

Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentation
  • Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
  • Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is an eccElearning Lecture like?

A: Each Lecture includes the Lecture Presentation, Additional Learning Resources, Pre-Learning Quiz and Lecture Assessment.

Each Spine Surgery Lecture is viewed online in video format and lasts from 20-45 minutes. The Lectures contain relevant additional learning resources (book chapters, research papers, surgical videos, master lecture videos, case reports, review articles, etc.), which are presented in context and viewable immediately for your convenience.

Q: How much time will a Lecture take?

A: Lecture presentations typically take 20-45 minutes to run. However, candidates are required to review the compulsory and recommended additional learning resources contained within the Lecture. The time taken to view the Lecture and review the additional resources is in the range 3-4 hours per Lecture.

Q: What payment methods are accepted?

A: All major credit and debit cards.

Q: What do I do if I fail a Lecture Assessment?

A: You are permitted to retake a Lecture Assessment up to two times. The Lecture Assessment will be made available to you again 14 days after a failed attempt. If you’ve failed the Lecture Assessment three times, please get in contact with us to discuss your options.

Q: What courses does eccElearning provide?

A: We have the Diploma in Spine Surgery with Modules individually purchasable, lecture bundles, an Endoscopic Spine Surgery Programme, a Residents' Spine Programme, and Spine Surgery Specialist Certificates in Radiology and Physiotherapy.