Study day Ultrasound Guided Prostate Brachytherapy

Entry year
2024/25
Course code
Z51000078
Application
University
Level
Professional/Short Course
School
School of Health and Social Wellbeing
Campus
Glenside
Duration
One day
Course Director
Antonio Sassano

Page last updated 12 October 2023

Introduction

Delivered by an experienced therapy radiographer and sonographer, this workshop is aimed at practitioners working within brachytherapy.

Structure

Content

The aim of this course is to develop knowledge and understanding of how to image guide implants under ultrasound control to treat prostate cancer.

The day will consist of lectures, practical hands-on demonstrations and will cover a variety of topics to include:

  • Introduction to Ultrasound Image Guided (USIG) Prostate Brachytherapy
  • Preparation for Ultrasound-Guided Prostate Brachytherapy
  • Normal ultrasonic appearances
  • Understanding the complexities associated with needle positioning and consideration for planning
  • Gaining Competency A Non-Sonographer's View point
  • Developing training competencies

Previous experience of ultrasound scanning is not essential

Features

Study facilities

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Prices and dates

Supplementary fee information

£150

Dates

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Extra information

If the course you are applying for is fully online or blended learning, please note that you are expected to provide your own headsets/microphones.

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