MRI for Technologists: Gadolinium-based Contrast Agents: Physicochemical Properties and Applications Monday, May 14, 2018 - Tuesday, January 1, 2019    CME Provider: ICPME › Linda McLean 33 Thornwood Drive Suite 400 Ithaca, New York (NY) 14850 United States   Phone: 607-257-5860 Fax: 607-257-5891   Visit the CME Provider Webpage ›   Description: MRI for Technologists: Gadolinium-based Contrast Agents: Physicochemical Properties and Applications introduces the learner to the chemical properties of the nine currently FDA-approved MRI contrast agents, as well as why the physical characteristics of gadolinium make this rare earth metal ideal for use as an MRI contrast agent. The attributes of thermodynamics and kinetics are visualized to demonstrate the relationship between the gadolinium ion and its chelates. The critical concept of relaxivity is explained as well as its impact on image quality. Differences between older and new GBCAs will be discussed, their safety profiles reviewed, and imaging applications for each agent explained. Acute and delayed reactions to GBCAs are addressed, including clinical management of minor to serious adverse events.   Visit the CME Course Webpage ›     Instructors: Peter Caravan, PhD and Alexander Guimaraes, MD, PhD     CME Credit: Radiologic Technologists:  1.5 Hours Self Assessment Module (SAM):  No Specialty Audience: Radiology     RADLIST Course #18931