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AN54.1-4 | Introduction to Radiodiagnosis

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the principles of plain radiography, CT, MRI, PET scan, and DSA (AN54.1)
  • Identify and describe features visible on a plain X-ray of the abdomen (AN54.2)
  • Describe and identify barium swallow, barium meal, barium enema, cholecystography, IVP, and hysterosalpingography (AN54.3)
  • Describe the role of ERCP, CT abdomen, MRI, and arteriography in abdominal radiodiagnosis (AN54.4)

INSTRUCTIONS

Read each section in order. Bold terms (like this) are key vocabulary. Attempt the self-check questions before revealing answers. Focus on linking anatomy to imaging appearances.

References

  • Gray's Anatomy for Students — Imaging chapters (Textbook)
  • BD Chaurasia's Human Anatomy — Radiodiagnosis sections (Textbook)
  • NMC UG CBUC 2024, Competencies AN54.1–AN54.4 (Curriculum)

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