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Abdominal Radiology, Emergency Radiology
Imaging of appendicitis
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00:00 - Introduction and Speaker Background
00:00 - Topic Introduction: Appendicitis
00:00 - Emergency Imaging of Appendicitis
00:00 - Telemedicine Clinic Update
00:00 - Clinical Presentation and Anatomy of Appendicitis
00:00 - Surgical Treatment and Complications of Appendicitis
00:00 - Need for Imaging in Diagnosing Appendicitis
00:00 - Imaging Strategies for Pediatric Patients
00:00 - Role of MRI in Diagnosing Appendicitis
00:00 - Imaging in Pregnant Patients
00:00 - CT Versus Ultrasound Imaging for Adults
00:00 - Discussion on Radiation Doses and CT Protocols
00:00 - Enteral Contrast Agent Debate
00:00 - Importance of Intravenous Contrast in CT
00:00 - Direct and Indirect CT Signs of Appendicitis
00:00 - Complications and Reporting Format
00:00 - Challenges in Visualizing the Appendix
00:00 - Common Pitfalls and Mimics in Diagnosis
00:00 - Special Cases and Differential Diagnosis
00:00 - Conclusion and Career Opportunities
00:00 - Audience Questions and Answers
Lecturers

Fausto Labruto M.D. Ph.D.
Australia, Noosa
Associate professor of radiology, director of emergency radiology & director of TMC.
Fausto Labruto is originally from Italy, where he completed his medical studies. He obtained his PhD in traumatology at Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, where he later became Associate Professor of Radiology. He is the author of numerous articles and book chapters within the field of Emergency Radiology and former Head of ultrasound at a major Swedish hospital. For the last nine years he has headed the Emergency Radiology services at Telemedicine Clinic. His main interests are vascular and abdominal emergencies, as well as whole body trauma.