2023/24 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
ARCS5220M General Medical Ultrasound
30 creditsClass Size: 45
Module manager: Mike kirk
Email: m.kirk@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: 1 Sep to 30 Sept (13mth) View Timetable
Year running 2023/24
Pre-requisite qualifications
See programme entry criteriaCo-requisites
| ARCS5256M | Science and Technology of Ultrasound |
| ARCS5258M | Professional Issues in Diagnostic Imaging |
This module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
This module provides application of specific knowledge and a structure for practical skill development for the use of ultrasound in general medical ultrasound examinations. This module allows the student to apply theoretical knowledge gained in the co-requisite modulesObjectives
On completion of this module students will be able to demonstrate skill in acquiring, Evaluation & reporting General Medical ultrasound examinations and achieve competence to practise as an ultrasound practitioner.Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an in-depth, specialist knowledge of normal and pathological ultrasound findings relevant to general medical ultrasound
- Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of concepts, information and techniques at the forefront of general medical ultrasound practice
- Critically and creatively evaluate current issues, research and evidence based practice relating to general medical ultrasound (CAHPR Research Practitioner's Framework, 2019; SCoR, 2016)
- To take a proactive, self-reflective role in working and to develop professional relationships with others
- Demonstrate effective decision making skills in complex and unpredictable situations
-Reflect critically on practice and the role of ultrasound in the management of the general medical patient
Skills outcomes
On completion of this module students will be able to:
Critically appraise an individual’s clinical need for appropriate ultrasound and select an appropriate technique
Acquire, interpret and report appropriate ultrasound examinations competently
Critically evaluate clinical and other relevant information to determine when additional examinations / procedures are required
Critically evaluate ultrasound examinations for technical and diagnostic quality
Assess and respond to an individual’s physical and psychological care needs during the ultrasound examination.
Syllabus
Applied Abdominal, Pelvic and Systemic Anatomy and Patho-physiology,
Scanning Methods, Techniques and Measurements for Pelvic and General Medical Ultrasound (to include superficial organs),
Ultrasound appearances of the Gastrointestinal System, Male and Female Genitourinary System,
Retroperitoneal Structures,
Superficial Structures (testes)
Common Gynaecological Pathology
Ultrasound-Directed Procedures in Ultrasound Practice,
Principles of Doppler Imaging,
Complementary Imaging.
Use and Applications of Ultrasound Contrast Agents
Normal, anatomical variants and pathological ultrasound findings:
Biliary system – intra- and extra-hepatic ducts and gallbladder
Bowel
Great vessels of the abdomen
Liver (native and transplants),
Pancreas
Renal/Genitourinary tract – kidneys (native and transplants), ureters, bladder, external male genitalia
Retroperitoneum
Spleen
Sonovenography
Thorax
Pathological ultrasound appearances
Benign and non-benign appearances – diffuse, focal lesions, obstruction, trauma
Infective processes
Inflammatory processes
Haemodynamics
Alternative general medical investigations
Image guided Interventional Procedures
Overview of Neonatal and Paediatric
Please note that thyroid/head and neck are NOT included as part of this module
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Other - Clinical Placement days | 300 | 1.00 | 300.00 |
| Lecture | 40 | 1.00 | 40.00 |
| Seminar | 5 | 1.00 | 5.00 |
| Tutorial | 5 | 1.00 | 5.00 |
| Private study hours | 100.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 350.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 450.00 | ||
Private study
Private study to include: e-learning; literature searches, seminar and assessment preparation, independent supporting investigation and critical evaluation of patient-based case report for summative assessment; maintenance of clinical learning record. Clinical simulationOpportunities 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.Students will undertake a formative EDIE and will receive detailed feedback on their performance with advice re: how to improve.
Peer and tutor feedback also given in case study discussions, assessment preparation seminars/practicals and tutor feedback on draft assignments. 2 x formative clinical assessments
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Report | Case report -2000 words | 50.00 |
| Placement Assessment | Summative Clinical Assessment (Pass/Fail) | 0.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 50.00 | |
No compensation between elements of assessment
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Online Time-Limited assessment | 1 hr 30 mins | 50.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 50.00 | |
Will be delivered via Gradescope and may be either on campus or undertaken remotely No compensation between elements of assessment
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 10/05/2023
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