David Pinter MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Justin McCloskey BA, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Matthew Scott Hartman MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Margaret Eddy Blackwood MS, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Xi Xue, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

1. Educate clinicians on principles of radiation and imaging safety, with a focus on the pregnant patient and fetus. 2. Discuss diagnostic imaging considerations, including potential risks and pregnancy screening, in females of reproductive age in accordance with new ACR guidelines.

Radiation basics   - Ionizing radiation   - Stochastic versus deterministic effects   - Dosimetry Diagnostic imaging safety considerations in the pregnant patient   - Identification and screening   - Radiation risks and adverse outcomes   - MRI   - V/Q scan   - Use of contrast media Imaging management principles Interactive clinical cases to reinforce teaching points Summary and pearls

http://abstract.rsna.org/uploads/2014/14005062/14005062_9pra.pdf

Pinter, D, McCloskey, J, Hartman, M, Blackwood, M, Xue, X, Imaging Safety Considerations in the Pregnant Patient: Management Principles Based Upon New ACR Practice Guidelines.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14005062.html