Mammography Positioning: Imaging Augmented Breast

Mammography Positioning: Imaging Augmented Breast

Credits
  • 0.75 ASRT Category A

Overview

About this On Demand

This program we will be discussing and demonstrating mammographic positioning techniques for the Augmented Breasts. It is the goal and the responsibility of mammographers to strive to include the best possible images for patients with augmented breasts. This program will provide you with the proper tools to enhance your current positioning. 

Overview of Course

Obtain knowledge on Breast Implants

  • List the different types of breast implants that are available and why.
  • Differentiate types of breast implant techniques that are performed. 
  • Describe breast implant techniques. 

Considerations and Contraindications of imaging Patients with Implants.

  • Describe the considerations for imaging patients with implants.
  • Identify the contraindications for imaging patients with implants. 

Implant Displacement Positioning (CCID, MLOID) 

  • Describe the purpose of the implant Displacement Positioning views Cranio Caudal Implant Displaced (CCID) and Medio Lateral Implant Displaced (MLOID) positioning views. 
  • Identify the steps to perform the Implant Displacement Positioning views Cranio Caudal Implant Displaced (CCID) and Medio Lateral Oblique implant Displaced (MLOID) positioning views

Educational Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to identify various types of breast implants and proper positioning techniques for the implant displaced views. 
Faculty

Name

Cheryl Seastrand, RT(R)(M)(BS)

Cheryl Seastrand has over 25 years of experience as a Breast Imaging Specialist. As a registered Mammographer and Breast Sonographer, Cheryl is committed to providing high quality development and delivery of education and training in Breast Imaging. She was on the ARRT Breast Sonography Practice Analysis Advisory Committee and has worked with additional professional affiliations on Mammography projects. Cheryl has a proven history of providing accurate, rational analysis and implementation of regulatory compliance and accreditation. Cheryl works extensively with breast imaging facilities nationally by providing competency assessment and recommended improvements to enhance breast imaging programs. 

Though Cheryl Seastrand is an ARRT committee member, by binding contract, Cheryl cannot reveal in whole or in part any ARRT's copyrighted questions or any other insider information about the ARRT's examinations or assessments. The ARRT does not review, evaluate, or endorse review courses, activities, materials, or products and this disclaimer should not be construed as an endorsement by the ARRT.

Credits

ASRT Category A

ASRT

This program provides 0.75 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states.  Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada.  You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.