Maricopa Community Colleges  ICE255AA   20012-99999 
Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  11/28/00  
ICE255AA     20012-99999 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Advanced Mammography Imaging Technology
Digital and computed breast imaging equipment. Use and purpose of double checking devices. Alternative imaging procedures to include ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and nuclear medicine imaging. Best imaging modality in demonstrating specific types of pathology. Prerequisites: ICE250AC, or currently practicing as a mammographer.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
ICE255AA   20012-99999 Advanced Mammography Imaging Technology
1. Describe the use of digital mammography and its role in the future of mammographic imaging. (I)
2. Explain the differences between digital and computed imaging equipment. (I)
3. Explain the use and purpose of double read checking devices. (II)
4. Describe the procedure for specific examinations including ultrasound of the breast, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the breast, 3D imaging (TACT), computed tomography (CT) of the breast and nuclear medicine procedures of the breast. (III)
5. State the advantages of selected imaging modalities in demonstrating specific forms of pathology. (III)
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ICE255AA   20012-99999 Advanced Mammography Imaging Technology
    I. Digital Mammography Imaging
        A. History
        B. Purpose
        C. Procedure
          1. digital radiography - direct capture
          2. computed radiography - plate system
        D. Spot imaging versus full field imaging
        E. Future use
          1. pac systems
          2. laser printing system
      II. Double Read Checking Devices
          A. Purpose
          B. Equipment
          C. Quality assurance
        III. Related Imaging Modalities
            A. Ultrasound of the breast
              1. cystic
              2. solid mass
              3. palpable mass
              4. asymmetric tissue
              5. evaluation post surgical
            B. MRI of the breast
              1. implant rupture
              2. post surgical scarring
              3. breast cancer patients with breast conservation
            C. CT of the breast
              1. axial breast
              2. 3D imaging (TACT)
            D. Nuclear Medicine of the breast
              1. pet scan
              2. lymphoscintography
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