Training activity information
Details
Critically appraise an advanced ultrasound technique or technology and the clinical applications for at least one of the following:
- Elastography
- Contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS)
- High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)
- Photo acoustics
- 3D ultrasound tomography
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Literature and evidence base
- Clinical context and potential patient benefit
- Advantages, weaknesses, opportunities and problems for clinical application
- System design and operation
- Advantages and limitations of techniques
- Clinical applications
- Standards and guidance
- Clinical evaluation and validation of new techniques
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Use ultrasound scanners, applying basic and advanced modality controls. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Interpret clinical ultrasound images. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Assess the performance and safety of ultrasound scanners used in common clinical applications, including advanced imaging techniques. |