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Overview

MRI is increasingly being used for imaging the lungs of children and infants with respiratory conditions, where the risks associated with ionising radiation are of primary concern. MRI can now provide similar image contrast to computed tomography (CT) for imaging the lung macrostructure. In addition, MRI techniques have been developed to assess the key functions of the lungs including ventilation, perfusion and gas exchange. These techniques are non-invasive methods to assess respiratory function that can be used repeatedly to monitor respiratory disease in children.

Educational aim

This session will cover an overview of the principles and techniques behind functional MRI and hyperpolarised gas imaging, the potential clinical application in paediatric respiratory medicine, and discussion on the advantages, limitations, and future directions. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of cutting-edge imaging technologies and their role in paediatric respiratory medicine.

Topics:

• Lung imaging, lung function, functional MRI, hyperpolarised gas MRI, ventilation, perfusion, gas exchange, paediatric respiratory conditions, children, and infants.

Format

One-hour webinar format: 45 minutes for presentation, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session.

Learning outcomes

Following this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and techniques behind functional MRI and hyperpolarised gas imaging in the context of paediatric respiratory diseases.
• Explore the potential clinical application of these technologies in diagnosing and monitoring paediatric respiratory conditions.
• Evaluate the advantages and limitations of these techniques and identify future directions.

CME credit

An application for accreditation of this webinar has been made to the European Board for Accreditation in Pneumology (EBAP) for 1 CME credit per 1-hour attendance. If accredited, the CME credit will be granted upon attendance of at least 60 minutes during the live webinar only.

What is a webinar?

A webinar closely simulates a lecture-based teaching experience. The speaker can interact with the audience, just as in a classroom setting. During the webinar, you will be asked to share your opinion on issues related to the topic using interactive polls.

All participants will be able to hear the lecturer and see the slides throughout the presentation. As a participant you will be able to pose questions or discuss ideas with the other participants via the text chat facility and the speaker will respond to the questions via the microphone.

Login guidelines

More information will be communicated in due course.

• Please log in to the webinar 20 minutes before it is scheduled to commence. If you have any technical difficulties whilst trying to log in or during the session please contact e-learning@ersnet.org.
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