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Co sponsors: INVITATION TO ISRRT WORKSHOP (English spoken) The aim the workshop is to provide a train the trainer component so that participants can then run similar workshops in other regions or countries, using or wanting to use CT scan and Interventional radiology in the future. CT and Interventional radiology work experience is recommended. Title and content of the Workshop Radiation protection in CT and Interventional radiology Host Country LITHUANIA (Kaunas) Venue Hospital of the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Kaunas Clinics Teachers Ian Hendersson ( UK ) Dean Pekarovic ( Slovenia ) Dimitris Katsifarakis ( Greece ) Workshop Dates October 2013 Friday 4th 13.30 until Sunday the 5th 13.00 hours Registration fee: € 15,00 ( including coffee breaks and lunch on Saturday) Registration only by e-mail Lithuania and Poland: [email protected] or [email protected] , Latvia: [email protected] Estonia: [email protected] Deadline for registration 04-08 2013. Maximum : 50 participants Radiation Protection Workshop Lithuania 4, 5, 6 October 2013 [Location] This workshop will be suitable for practitioners working in radiography who wish to develop their skills and knowledge in the effective application of radiation protection measures. Participants will learn about dose optimisation in CT and interventional radiography, in the context of current European legislation Programme Day 1: Friday 4th 1.30 Registration 2.00 Welcome and introduction Dimitris Katsifarakis 2.10 Outline of programme and objectives Ian Henderson 2.30 Characteristics of X-rays (X-ray production, scatter, attenuation and physical effects) Dimitris Katsifarakis Following this session participants will: understand the physical parameters of the X ray beam: Penetrability, intensity and the factors affecting them. understand the mechanisms related to the X ray beam’s attenuation passing the human body: Photoelectric absorption and Scatter. be aware of measures employed by the radiographer to improve image quality and scatter minimization. understand the use of contrast media as a beam attenuator for the image’s contrast improvement. 3.30 4.00 5.00 Break Radiobiology (Radiation effect on human cells and tissues) Dimitris Katsifarakis Following this session participants will: understand the mechanisms of radiation absorption by the human cell, including direct and indirect effects. be aware of radiosensitivity of human tissues and the factors affecting it. understand the principle of stochastic and deterministic effects of radiation. see examples of radiation injuries reported in the literature. Close Day 2: Saturday 5th 9.00 Coffee 9.30 EU legislation and guidelines (How this relates to the radiographer) Dimitris Katsifarakis Following this session participants will: be aware of he aims and objectives of the Council Directive 97/43:How it affects the radiation protection of the patient and occupational workers with Ionizing radiation . be aware of European commission Guidelines on Clinical audit PR159 understand the nature of inter-professional Bodies cooperation across Europe for Radiation Protection, for example: EMAN-ALARA working group, MEDRAPET, IAEA working parties. 10.30 Dosimetry and protection of the workforce Dean Pekarovic Following this session participants will: have consolidated knowledge in the area of radiation protection, especially with regard to exposed workers. be familiar with the basic principles of dosimetry for radiographers. be aware of how to protect themselves and the patient during radiological procedures in a clinical environment. 11.10 Break 11.30 Principles of dose optimisation Dean Pekarovic Following this session participants will: be familiar with dose optimisation principles. through a short overview, have a background knowledge of how to optimise dose in CR, DR, Interventional and CT procedures. Be aware of the importance of proper training for radiographers and correct use of basic optimisation principles in everyday practice 12.30 Lunch Workshops: 1.30-3.00 and 3.30-5.00 Group A: Dose optimisation in Computed Tomography Dean Pekarovic Objectives To consolidate knowledge of CT operating principles. To understand the use of all changeable parameters on a scanner, to achieve the lowest dose possible with diagnostic quality images and without artefacts. To be aware of how to create different protocols for different image quality levels and dedicated protocols for different age groups and pregnant women. Group B: Dose optimisation in Interventional Imaging Dimitris Katsifarakis Objectives To consolidate knowledge of the principles of interventional imaging. To understand the use of all changeable parameters to achieve the lowest dose possible with diagnostic quality images and without artefacts. To be aware of how procedures and protocols can be adjusted in order to ensure dose minimisation. 5.00 Discussion and feedback Dean Pekarovic, Dimitris Katsifarakis, Ian Henderson 5.45 Close Day 3: Sunday 6th 9.00 9.30 Coffee Physical principles and image acquisition in Computed Tomography Dean Pekarovic Following this session participants will: be familiar with basic CT components and their function. understand different reconstruction principles related to raw data and the image. have knowledge of basic principles of image formation and reconstruction and how to control them. 10.15 Physical principles and image acquisition in Computed Radiography Ian Henderson Following this session participants will: be familiar with the basic components and function of CR image processing. understand the reconstruction and management of CR images. have knowledge of the basic principles of image formation and manipulation. 11.00 Break 11.30 Exposure factors and dose in Computed Radiography Dean Pekarovic Following this session participants will: have gained an insight of CR technology. understand how exposure factors, positioning and proper use of digitizers can improve image quality. be familiar with dose reduction techniques in CR. appreciate the importance of proper training to get high level radiography practice. 12.30 Discussion and feedback Dimitris Katsifarakis, Dean Pekarovic, Ian Henderson 1.00 Close