2021/22 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
ARCS5260M Image Guided Interventional Procedures
15 creditsClass Size: 25
Module manager: Imelda Marshall
Email: i.m.marshall@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: 1 Jan to 30 Sep View Timetable
Year running 2021/22
Pre-requisite qualifications
Please see programme entry criteria for the Diagnostic Imaging suite of programmes. These also apply to applicants for a free standing moduleThis module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
The module will provide the opportunity to apply learning related to a speciality specific disease or condition and provides a vehicle for theoretical knowledge and practical skill development in the use of an imaging modality in an interventional procedure. Examples include mammographic stereo biopsies, ultrasound guided prostate, thyroid, breast biopsies and FNAs, drainages such as pleural and ascetic. Other areas may also be studied if agreed by the programme/module team.Objectives
On completion of this module students will be able to demonstrate skill in performing Image Guided Interventional Procedures examinations and achieve competence to practise as an ultrasound practitioner.Learning outcomes
Critically assess and respond to an individual’s physical and psychological care needs during image guided procedures
Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the concepts and principles of imaging as applied to the investigation of individuals with suspected disease
Demonstrate an in-depth specialist knowledge of equipment and techniques as applied to the identified interventional procedure
Demonstrate in-depth specialist knowledge of relevant normal and abnormal anatomy and imaging appearances
Critically evaluate current and emerging interventional procedure specific technology against alternative investigations/procedures
Critically appraise the risks and benefits of the interventional procedure to healthcare professionals and service users
Critically evaluate the role of the interventional procedure in the screening, diagnosis, staging and treatment of people with cancer, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and/or other pathologies as appropriate;
Critically reflect on the perspectives of speciality specific service users/carers.
Skills outcomes
On completion of this module students will be able to
Critically appraise an individual’s clinical need for procedure and select an appropriate technique
Interpret examinations competently in order to undertake the appropriate procedure
Critically evaluate clinical and other relevant information to determine when additional examinations / procedures are required
Critically evaluate procedure for technical and diagnostic quality
Assess and respond to an individual’s physical and psychological care needs during the procedure
Syllabus
The module gives the student the opportunity to focus on interventional procedure. They will use the work place as a centre of learning, supported by the expertise and resources of the university.
Negotiated interventional procedure learning includes the following features: -
It relates to a focussed clinical application chosen by the student;
Learning arises from undertaking interventional procedure and associated independent investigation of relevant literature;
It is work based in clinical practice;
It is autonomously managed by the student;
Learning takes place under the instruction & supervision of clinical mentors and with student-led formal tuition. Learners are expected to take responsibility for clinical knowledge & skills development and for directing their academic study through which their learning will emerge.
Negotiated learning and assessment involves the student managing their own knowledge and skill development through topic based study aimed at enhancing their personal and professional development. The following points are common to all topics
Evaluation of the clinical question
Guidelines
Ethical dilemmas
Appropriate patient care
Clinical history taking
Selection and correct use of the equipment
Health and safety
Scanning Procedures
Patient’s physical and psychological condition
Emphasis of appropriate technique according to clinical presentation and ultrasound findings
Organ position, size, echotexture and relevant measurements
Observations and conclusion to include normal, anatomical variants and pathological ultrasound findings
Awareness of implications of complications
Critical evaluation of the examination
Differential diagnoses
Limitations
Clear, concise communication of the findings (verbal and written report)
Awareness of interventional procedures and patient management.
Students will study issues such as:
specification and choice of equipment – including ergonomics and infection control;
holistic patient care – communication skills, preparation and care during and after examinations/investigations/procedures; relevant clinical history taking and physical examination; service user/carer perspectives;
examination techniques and protocols including patient positioning, image annotation and measurement conventions;
physical characteristics and imaging appearances of region of interest; image optimisation; clinical significance of relevant artefacts;
normal and abnormal imaging appearances, e.g. benign versus malignant disease
correlation and comparison with information/appearances from alternative / complementary imaging techniques.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Clinical Practice | 150 | 1.00 | 150.00 |
| Lecture | 5 | 1.00 | 5.00 |
| Practical | 3 | 2.00 | 6.00 |
| Seminar | 4 | 2.00 | 8.00 |
| Tutorial | 6 | 1.00 | 6.00 |
| Private study hours | 50.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 175.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 225.00 | ||
Private study
On completion of this module students will be able toCritically appraise an individual’s clinical need for procedure and select an appropriate technique Interpret examinations competently in order to undertake the appropriate procedure
Critically evaluate clinical and other relevant information to determine when additional examinations/procedures are required
• Critically evaluate procedure for technical and diagnostic quality
• Assess and respond to an individual’s physical and psychological care needs during the procedure
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Students and their clinical mentors are encouraged to use the formative clinical and academic assessment process regularly throughout the module to develop self-assessment skills and to generate formative feedback identifying student progress and where additional learning and skill development is required.Peer and tutor feedback also given in case study discussions, assessment preparation seminars/quizzes and tutor feedback on draft assignments.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Report | Case report - 2500 words | 100.00 |
| Portfolio | Clinical practice record to include a minimum of 30 cases (Pass/Fail) | 0.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Clinical practice record to include negotiated (evidence based) minimum number of examinations / procedures under minimal supervision (unassisted) and negotiated independently verifiable performance audit of at least 30 unassisted cases. No compensation between elements of the assessment
Reading list
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