Vascular Physiology & Proc

Catalog description

This course covers angiographic approaches to diagnostic and interventional procedures used in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease. Emphasis is placed on structure, peripheral vascular anatomy and pathology, hemodynamics specific to peripheral vascular systems, pulmonary circulation, renal and portal systems, visceral angiography, CO2 angiography, imaging sequence, patient care and positioning. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of vascular systems, methods used to visualize radiographic anatomy, and conduct critical reviews of obtained images.