ARRS Practical Dual-Energy CT Throughout the Body 2021 (CME VIDEOS)

Overview

The ARRS Practical Dual-Energy CT Throughout the Body 2021 (CME VIDEOS) course provides comprehensive guidance on the application of Dual-Energy CT (DECT) technology across various clinical settings. It covers essential equipment information, imaging protocols, and case-based reviews to facilitate effective use of DECT in everyday radiological practice. On-demand radiology education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

This course includes detailed sessions on DECT imaging optimized for neurological, cardiothoracic, abdominal, pediatric, oncologic, and musculoskeletal cases, supporting improved diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency.

Agenda

This course consists of multiple modules covering foundational concepts and practical applications of DECT throughout the body:

• The ABCs of Dual-Energy CT — Rendon C. Nelson, MD
• Dual-Energy CT Scanner Descriptions — Aran M. Toshav, MD
• Dual-Energy CT Dose Considerations: IV Contrast Material and Radiation — Erik Soloff, MD
• Dual-Energy CT Workflow PACS vs Servers — Rajan T. Gupta, MD
• Acute Brain Conditions — Rajiv Gupta, MD
• Dual-Energy CT of the Brain, Head, and Neck — Dawid Schellingerhout, MD
• Dual-Energy CT Applications for the Spine — Behrang Amini, MD, PhD
• Case Review (Neuroradiology)
• Dual-Energy CT of the Pulmonary Parenchyma — Myrna C.B. Godoy, MD
• Dual-Energy CT of Pulmonary Nodules and Masses — Brett W. Carter, MD
• Dual-Energy CT Techniques and Applications in Thromboembolism — Subba R. Digumarthy, MD
• Case Review (Pulmonary)
• Heart and Coronary Arteries — Carlo Nicola De Cecco, MD, PhD
• Dual-Energy CT for Vascular Imaging of the Chest — U. Joseph Schoepf, MD
• Use of Spectral CT for Vascular Imaging Optimization in the Abdomen — Lakshmi Ananthakrishnan, MD
• Case Review (Cardiovascular)
• Dual-Energy CT: Implications in Liver Imaging — Amir A. Borhani, MD
• Practical Dual-Energy CT of the Pancreas — Eric P. Tamm, MD
• Abdominal Applications of Dual-Energy CT: Bowel — Mark Daniel Kovacs, MD
• Case Review (Gastrointestinal)
• Dual-Energy CT of the Acute Abdomen — Desiree E. Morgan, MD
• Abdominal Dual-Energy CT Contrast-Enhancement Considerations — Benjamin Yeh, MD
• Dual-Energy CT: Pearls and Pitfalls — Zhen Jane Wang, MD
• Case Review (Problem Solving in Abdominal DECT)
• Dual-Energy CT in Renal Imaging — Jeremy Wortman, MD
• Adrenal Imaging — Lisa M. Ho, MD
• Dual-Energy CT for Gynecologic Malignancies — Priya Bhosale, MD
• Case Review (Genitourinary)
• Gout and Arthritides — Savvas Nicolaou, MD
• Imaging of Bone Marrow Edema and Hardware — Erin Colleen McCrum, MD
• Case Review (Musculoskeletal)
• Pediatric Applications of Dual-Energy CT — Michael Gee, MD, PhD
• Added Value of Dual-Energy in the Emergency Department — Aaron D. Sodickson, MD, PhD
• Solutions to Your Dual-Energy CT Challenges — Daniele Marin, MD
• Case Review (Multiorgan)
• Dual-Energy CT in the Emergency Department — Jennifer Watamura Uyeda, MD
• Dual-Energy CT in the Outpatient Setting — Avinash Kambadakone-Ramesh, MD, FRCR
• Dual-Energy CT in the Inpatient Setting — Giuseppe Vincenzo Toia, MD, MS
• Case Review (Putting It All Together In Your Practice)

Learning Outcomes and Modules

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Summarize the basics of Dual-Energy CT (DECT) image acquisition, post processing, and workflow considerations across various equipment vendors.
• Identify DECT applications relevant to outpatient, inpatient, and emergency department patient care settings.
• Optimize imaging protocols and enhance image interpretation skills in neuroimaging, cardiothoracic, abdominal, pediatric, oncologic, and musculoskeletal imaging.
• Apply DECT for clinical problem-solving in common imaging challenges while recognizing diagnostic pitfalls and technical limitations.

Speakers

This course features a faculty of experienced radiologists and subspecialists in Dual-Energy CT, providing expert insights across multiple organ systems to enhance clinical application and interpretation skills.

Target Audience

This course is designed for radiologists, radiology trainees, and other medical imaging professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding and practical expertise in Dual-Energy CT applications throughout the body.

Why This Topic Matters

The ARRS Practical Dual-Energy CT Throughout the Body 2021 (CME VIDEOS) course addresses a critical area in radiology by improving knowledge of emerging DECT technology and its clinical uses. This specialty-relevant content supports enhanced diagnostic confidence and patient management decisions across complex imaging scenarios.

Hosted on MedHub Central, this resource aligns with radiology practice needs by offering comprehensive, case-based education that reinforces technical proficiency and interpretation skills essential in modern imaging.