Pediatric CT Brain (Trauma) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Non-contrast CT of the pediatric brain in trauma with weight/age-based dose reduction. Used selectively per PECARN criteria — most pediatric head trauma…
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Gastric Emptying Study — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Standardized 4-hour gastric emptying study using Tc-99m sulfur colloid-labeled scrambled-egg meal (Egg Beaters protocol) to quantify rate of solid gastric…
Renal MAG3 Scan — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Dynamic Tc-99m mercaptoacetyltriglycine (MAG3) renal scintigraphy with optional Lasix challenge to evaluate split renal function, assess obstructive…
HIDA Scan (Cholescintigraphy) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Functional hepatobiliary nuclear medicine study using Tc-99m-labeled iminodiacetic acid analog (mebrofenin or disofenin) to evaluate gallbladder function…
V/Q Lung Scan — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Two-component nuclear medicine study comparing pulmonary ventilation distribution (Tc-99m DTPA aerosol or Xe-133 gas) to perfusion distribution (Tc-99m…
Breast Biopsy (Stereotactic) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
X-ray-guided needle biopsy of mammographic abnormalities not visible on ultrasound — particularly microcalcifications, architectural distortion, and…
Breast Biopsy (Ultrasound-Guided) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Real-time ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy of a sonographically visible breast lesion, typically using a 14 G spring-loaded core needle. Most common…
Diagnostic Mammography — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Targeted mammographic evaluation of a clinical concern (palpable mass, nipple discharge, etc.) or screening callback. Customized views with spot…
Scoliosis X-Ray (Standing PA + Lat) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Standing whole-spine radiograph for scoliosis curve measurement using Cobb angle. Pediatric and adult scoliosis surveillance, brace effectiveness…
Skeletal Survey — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Comprehensive plain radiographic survey of all major bones — used for child abuse evaluation (NAT), multiple myeloma, metastatic disease evaluation when…