417 DMS Vascular & Small Parts

This course is designed to instruct the student in the normal anatomy and physiology of the breast, scrotum and testicles, and the thyroid and parathyroid glands. Vascular structures will include the carotid arteries, upper and lower extremity and arterial and venous sonography, and peripheral visceral vascular anatomy. The sonographic appearance of normal anatomy and common pathology will be addressed. Methods and techniques of scanning will be discussed and reinforced during clinical rotations. Tests and quizzes will be given. Clinical competencies will be performed at the clinical sites.

45 hours theory

Pre-Requisite: RAD 301, BI 341