Ultrasound Guided Intrauterine Brachytherapy
Program Overview
This Ultrasound Guided Intrauterine Brachytherapy workshop equips practitioners with the knowledge and skills to image guide intrauterine applicators under ultrasound control. Through lectures and hands-on demonstrations, participants will gain competency in applicator positioning, preparation, and understanding the complexities of the procedure. The workshop is led by experienced professionals and is suitable for those with no prior ultrasound scanning experience.
Program Outline
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Outline:
Content: The workshop aims to equip practitioners working within Brachytherapy with the knowledge and understanding of how to image guide intrauterine applicators under ultrasound control. The content will cover various topics including:
- Introduction to Ultrasound Imaging Guided (USIG) Gynae Brachytherapy
- Preparation for Ultrasound-Guided Gynae Brachytherapy
- Understanding the complexities associated with applicator positioning
- Gaining Competency A Non-Sonographer's View point
- Developing training competencies
Structure:
- The day will consist of lectures and practical hands-on demonstrations.
- No prior experience with ultrasound scanning is required.
Modules:
- Module 1: Introduction to USIG Gynae Brachytherapy
- Module 4: Gaining Competency A Non-Sonographer's View point
- Module 4: Developing training competencies
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Teaching:
Teaching methods:
- The workshop will include both lectures and practical hands-on demonstrations.
Faculty:
- The workshop will be led by an experienced therapy radiographer and sonographer.
Unique approaches:
- The workshop focuses on developing practical skills in ultrasound guided intrauterine brachytherapy.
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Other:
- The workshop is presented by the College of Health, Science and Society, known for its high-quality teaching and facilities.
- Participants are expected to bring their own headsets/microphones if the course is online or blended learning.
- The workshop fee is £157.
