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Ramirez Suarez Karen, Miranda Schaeubinger Monica, Barton Katherine, Riedesel Erica, Otero Hansel
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-022
The Choosing Wisely initiative, led by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Foundation in collaboration with over 80 medical societies and organizations, was launched in 2012 in the United States and Canada. Choosing Wisely is a response to the estimation that roughly 20% of current medical tests and therapies lack justification, provide no value, and may pose risks. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) became a participant in Choosing Wisely from the start, resulting in 16 pediatric specialty-specific lists designed to assist AAP members in responsible healthcare resource management. While pediatric radiology did not develop its own list, imaging recommendations were included on fully half of the published AAP/Choosing Wisely lists. Read More
Authors: Ramirez Suarez Karen , Miranda Schaeubinger Monica , Barton Katherine , Riedesel Erica , Otero Hansel
Brahee Deborah, Towbin Alexander
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-028
Pediatric pathology involving the jejunum is more common than one might initially expect. Early recognition of the important imaging characteristic, atypical findings, and useful imaging tools/techniques in the evaluation of jejunal pathology is important in prompt diagnosis and management of these patients.
In this educational exhibit we will present a series of cases involving pathology of the jejunum encountered in the pediatric population. We will focus on important pathologies affecting a difficult to image and sometimes forgotten portion of the intestine.
A range of acute, emergent and post-surgical cases are presented. Using an interactive, quiz based approach we will discuss the following pediatric pathologies that may affect the jejunum of pediatric patients from neonates to teenagers with multimodality imaging and pathologic examples:
Atresia
Meconium plug syndrome
Pneumatosis
Enteritis
Foreign body
Small bowel intussusception
Lymphoma
Ischemia/shock
Hernia
Graft versus host disease
Trauma
Vasculitis
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Authors: Brahee Deborah , Towbin Alexander
Keywords: Gastrointestinal, Pediatric, Imaging
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-076
Children often present to the emergency room (ER) with painful neck swelling, sore throat, and difficulty breathing. Careful clinical examination and good communication with pediatric physicians help plan the appropriate imaging workup for such pediatric patients. Knowing the various imaging appearances of the many encountered disorders of the neck in children further helps diagnose and plan the most appropriate management. Read More
Authors: Chauhan Ankita , Dillard Roger
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-080
To review the embryology and anatomy of the temporal bone, with emphasis in the external and middle ear.
To describe the imaging findings of common and rare pathology of conductive hearing loss within the pediatric population.
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Authors: Rodriguez Diana
Keywords: Pediatric Imaging, Temporal bone, Conductive hearing loss
Dehaye Amanda, Silva Cicero, Darge Kassa, Prabhu Sanjay, Andronikou Savvas, Laya Bernard, Coley Brian, Boechat Ines
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-105
Purpose: Created in 2011, WFPI has spent the last 5 years overcoming geographic, temporal, cultural and linguistic distances to define its added value in the global imaging arena. Have the efforts been worth it? Read More
Authors: Dehaye Amanda , Silva Cicero , Darge Kassa , Prabhu Sanjay , Andronikou Savvas , Laya Bernard , Coley Brian , Boechat Ines
Keywords: World Federation of Pediatric Imaging, Global Pediatric Imaging, International Collaboration
Zhang Zhongwei, Barhaghi Krystle, Tao Ting, Murray Kari
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-017
Pediatric body MRI is a highly effective imaging modality that enables precise characterization of diverse medical conditions. However, it comes with daily challenges, including accommodating variations in patient size, managing breath-hold difficulties, potential sedation needs, addressing patient comfort and anxiety, and the importance of minimizing RF energy deposition and contrast agent use. To become proficient in interpreting body MRI, it is essential to understand the techniques and clinical applications of each pulse sequence and learn how to use them for accurate tissue characterization.
In this ABC guide, we employ the structured approach of “clinical images - techniques – physics” to bridge the gap between practical application and the theoretical foundation of pediatric body MRI. It serves as a comprehensive roadmap, helping learners gain a profound understanding of not only what they are observing in the images but also the underlying reasons and mechanisms that give rise to these images.
We will present body MRI techniques in 4 categories: qualitative MRI sequences, quantitative MRI sequences, artifact recognition, and “how to”. In each category, our approach will encompass data acquisition, fundamental physical principles, imaging characteristics, and the essential groundwork for interpretation. These teachings are firmly grounded in our institutional MRI protocol for pediatric body MRI, providing a comprehensive and practical understanding of the subject.
The education poster will be divided as follows:
1. Qualitative MRI Sequences:
- T2-Weighted and Heavy T2-Weighted Imaging
- Pre- and Post-Contrast T1-Weighted Imaging
- Mixed T2/T1 Contrast Imaging:
- Cartesian, Radial, or Spiral-based k-space data acquisition: Detailed explanations of various k-space sampling methods will be provided.
- The Role of Magnetization Preparation Techniques
- The Role of Physiological Control
2. Quantitative MRI Sequences:
- Measurement of T1 and T2 Relaxation Times
- Measurement of ADC and Diffusion MRI Techniques
- Measurement of Stiffness of Liver and MR Elastography Techniques
- Liver Iron Quantification
3. Common Body MRI Artifacts in Pediatric Patients: A wide array of artifacts, including motion artifacts, susceptibility artifacts, and aliasing artifacts, among others, will be thoroughly covered.
4. How to…
- Address Body MRI Image Quality Issues
- Safely Scan Pediatric Patients with Implants
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Authors: Zhang Zhongwei , Barhaghi Krystle , Tao Ting , Murray Kari
Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-01 (R)
Since children are more susceptible to the potential effects of ionizing radiation, every opportunity to lower pediatric radiation dose will be explored. Read More
Authors: Bauer Kimberly
Keywords: Dose Reduction, Pediatric Imaging