1. Understand the main issues related to patient radiation protection, with particular emphasis on risk/benefit assessment; 2. Know the fundamental aspects of radiation protection measures; 3. Be familiar with the legal regulations concerning patient radiation protection; 4. The student is expected to demonstrate the ability to apply the acquired knowledge, reasoning according to the specific logic of the discipline and understanding the challenges associated with the use of different imaging techniques.

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1. Principles of radiobiology 2. Dosimetry 3. Optimisation and reduction of patient dose 4. Radiation protection in pregnant women 5. Radiation protection of the embryo/fetus 6. Legal regulations

Manuale di Diagnostica per Immagini- Torricelli, Zompatori- Società Editrice Esculapio 2016

1. Ionising and non-ionising radiation 2. Principles of radiobiology 3. Dosimetric assessment in conventional radiography and CT 4. Technological advancements aimed at dose reduction and optimisation for the patient 5. Examination technique and dose reduction 6. Biological and clinical risk 7. Radiation protection in pregnant women 8. Radiation protection of the embryo/fetus 9. Appropriateness of imaging referrals 10. Legal regulations and responsibilities of the radiologist

frontal teaching with the support of powerpoint presentations

Any further information on the course program and exams will be provided via the moodle platform.

Student assessment is based on an oral examination, consisting of open-ended questions aimed at evaluating the student’s knowledge and reasoning ability. The exam is graded on a scale of thirty. To pass the exam (18/30), the student must demonstrate that they have acquired and understood the basic concepts covered during the course. To achieve the highest mark (30/30 with honours), the student must demonstrate an excellent understanding of all the topics addressed in the course. In the case of a mark of 30/30, up to one additional point may be awarded for the distinction cum laude.

This course explores topics closely related to one or more goals of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (SDGs)