NYU’s Head to Toe Imaging 2018 (Videos)

Advanced Imaging Techniques for Comprehensive Patient Care

NYU School of Medicine’s Clinical Update on Head to Toe Imaging

Overview: A Comprehensive Review of State-of-the-Art Imaging Methods

NYU’s Head to Toe Imaging offers a thorough examination of advanced imaging techniques and protocols utilized in various subspecialties. The program emphasizes safety, quality, and economic considerations, ensuring optimal utilization of imaging technology for effective patient care.

Subspecialty Imaging Techniques

Abdominal Imaging

• Enterography: Comprehensive evaluation of the small intestine using specialized imaging techniques.
• Benign Focal Liver Lesions: Advanced methods for characterizing and differentiating non-cancerous liver abnormalities.
• Kidney and Adrenal Gland Imaging: Recommendations for incidental findings, including triage strategies for potential abnormalities.
• Prostate MRI: Detailed imaging of the prostate, aiding in diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Pelvic Imaging: Specialized techniques for detecting and diagnosing complex female pelvic conditions.
• MRCP: Optimization and implementation of magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography for efficient biliary tract evaluation.
• Liver Lesions in Cirrhosis: Implementation of LI-RADS v2017 approach for accurate assessment of focal hepatic lesions.

Pediatric Imaging

• Pediatric Abdomen: Comprehensive assessment of the abdominal cavity in children, including specialized procedures for diagnostic accuracy.
• Pediatric Genitourinary Imaging: Advanced techniques for evaluating and managing urinary tract anomalies and associated conditions in children.
• Pediatric Neck and Chest: Specialized imaging protocols for optimizing diagnosis and monitoring of pediatric respiratory, pulmonary, and cardiovascular disorders.

Non-Trauma Emergencies in Abdominal Imaging

• Mesenteric Nodes and Masses: Advanced imaging techniques for detecting and characterizing abnormal lymph nodes and masses within the mesentery.
• Case-Based Review: CTA/MRA: Real-life case scenarios for evaluating proficiency in advanced computed tomography angiography and magnetic resonance angiography.
• Trivial Neck Masses: Discussion on the appropriate management of thyroid conditions based on risk assessment strategies.
• Pelvic Trauma: Mechanisms of injury and advanced imaging techniques for evaluating pelvic trauma.

Neuroimaging

• Neuroimaging of Vasculitides: Comprehensive imaging protocols for detecting and monitoring inflammatory disorders affecting blood vessels.
• Multiple Sclerosis: Update: Advanced techniques for early diagnosis and monitoring of multiple sclerosis, a complex neurological disorder.
• Radiogenomics in Brain Tumors: In-depth examination of the role of molecular imaging in brain tumor characterization and treatment planning.
• Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Discussion on diagnostic imaging criteria and management strategies for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension.
• Machine Learning in Radiology: Exploration of the applications and potential benefits of artificial intelligence in radiology, improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.

Breast Imaging

• DCIS Update: Review of the latest advancements in imaging and diagnosis of ductal carcinoma in situ, a non-invasive breast cancer.
• Screening Ultrasound: Optimization techniques for breast cancer screening, ensuring sensitivity with minimal false positives.
• Tomosynthesis Interpretation: Advanced imaging methods for breast cancer detection and characterization, including specific pitfalls and challenging cases.
• Referring Physician Engagement for Breast MRI: Strategies for building collaboration between radiologists and referring physicians for appropriate utilization of breast MRI.
• Breast Imaging During Pregnancy and Lactation: Specialized imaging protocols for evaluating breast health during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Interventional Imaging

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Osseous Lesions: Advanced imaging and interventional techniques for diagnosing and treating bone lesions.
• Diagnostic Imaging After Interventional Oncology Procedures: Advanced imaging methods for monitoring and evaluating treatment outcomes following interventional oncology procedures.
• Peripheral Arterial Disease Management: Comprehensive imaging and interventional approaches for diagnosing and treating arterial blockages in the limbs.
• Management of Breast Masses: Imaging-guided techniques for evaluating, diagnosing, and managing palpable breast masses.
• Embolic Agent Selection: Discussion on the appropriate choice of embolic agents for various interventional procedures based on specific clinical scenarios.

Musculoskeletal Imaging

• Post-Operative Shoulder Imaging: Advanced imaging protocols for evaluating post-surgical shoulder conditions and optimizing rehabilitation strategies.
• Patellofemoral Instability: Imaging techniques for diagnosing and classifying patellofemoral instability, a common knee disorder.
• Ultrasound Nerve Interventions: Specialized imaging and interventional techniques for diagnosing and treating nerve entrapment and other nerve-related conditions.
• Shoulder Ultrasound and MRI Correlation: Integration of ultrasound and MRI imaging for comprehensive evaluation of shoulder disorders.
• Hip Arthroscopy MRI Correlation: Advanced imaging for assessing hip joint structures and optimizing surgical planning.
• Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy: Imaging-guided techniques for administering platelet-rich plasma therapy for tendinopathy treatment.

PET Imaging

• Head and Neck Cancer Evaluation: Advanced imaging protocols for evaluating and monitoring head and neck cancers.
• Immune Therapy Response Assessment: Imaging techniques for assessing response to immunotherapy treatments.
• Lung Cancer Management: Advanced imaging methods for staging and monitoring lung cancer, including PET/CT and other specialized techniques.
• Interpreting PET/CT Positives: Strategies for differentiating between true positives and false positives in PET/CT, avoiding unnecessary investigations.

Thoracic Imaging

• CT Pulmonary Angiography: Advanced imaging protocols and recommendations for accurate assessment of pulmonary embolism.
• Lung Nodule Management Update: Implementation of Fleischner criteria for managing and monitoring lung nodules, optimizing clinical decision-making.
• Diffuse Lung Disease Evaluation: Advanced imaging techniques for diagnosing and differentiating various forms of diffuse lung diseases.
• Post-Therapy Lung Cancer Evaluation: Comprehensive imaging protocols for monitoring treatment response and complications in post-therapy lung cancer patients.
• Pulmonary Fibrosis: Advanced imaging techniques for characterizing and monitoring pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung condition.

Cardiac Imaging

• Coronary CT Angiography: Advanced imaging techniques for non-invasive evaluation of coronary artery disease.
• Trans-Catheter Valve Replacements: Imaging protocols for pre- and post-procedure assessment of trans-catheter valve replacements.
• Congenital Cardiac MRI: Advanced imaging techniques for diagnosing and monitoring congenital heart defects in children and adults.
• Cardiac Findings on Thoracic CT: Recognizing and interpreting cardiac abnormalities in chest imaging studies, avoiding missed diagnoses.

Target Audience and Educational Objectives

This educational activity is designed for radiologists, both general and specialized, and is recommended for those in training as well as experienced practitioners. Participants will gain insights into:

• Implementing advanced imaging techniques and protocols in subspecialty imaging practice for accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment.
• Interpreting and applying ACR Appropriateness Criteria for abdominal imaging, managing incidental findings effectively.
• Optimizing Fleischner Society guidelines for pulmonary nodule management, ensuring appropriate workup and follow-up.
• Developing strategies for optimal imaging staging of neoplasms using various modalities, reducing costs and radiation exposure.
• Utilizing advanced imaging protocols and techniques to optimize radiation safety in CT and applying MRI safely and effectively while maintaining diagnostic accuracy.