Radiology 207: Introduction to Degenerative Disorders

Radiology 207: Introduction to Degenerative Disorders is organized by CCEDSeminars.

Course Description:
This course examines degenerative disorders from pathophysiology through imaging findings and clinical implications. Imaging considerations include plain film studies and advanced imaging. 

Learning Objectives:
• Explain the current understanding regarding the pathophysiology of degenerative changes
• Identify general radiographic findings associated with degeneration
• Demonstrate the appropriate application of plain film radiography and special imaging studies
• Discuss radiographic findings associated with cervical spondylitic myelopathy
• Illustrate clinical implications of degenerative changes

Course Outline:
• Suspected pathophysiology of degeneration
• General radiographic findings with degeneration
• Degeneration of the cervical spine
• Plain film
• Special imaging
• Cervical spondylitic myelopathy
• Associated conditions
• Clinical implications