Characterization of breast imaging education and insights from students, radiographers and teaching staff about its strengths, difficulties and needs

Reis, Cláudia Sà dos; Strøm, Bergliot; Richli-Meystre, N.; Jorge, José; Henner, Anja; Kukkes, Tiina; Metsälä, Eija

doi:10.1016/j.radi.2018.07.001

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“…But these changes in positioning bring concomitant changes in the image appearance, making it necessary that radiographers know exactly what is required to be demonstrated, and communicating with radiologists to achieve a better alignment between both. Education also has a role to play as revealed in a previous study about mammography education in Europe [54] which demonstrated that positioning and image quality assessment are very challenging, leading to students demanding more training and a wider exposure to different clinical scenarios. Specific training for BI imaging could be an approach that would reduce professional differences.…”

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Consensus about image quality assessment criteria of breast implants mammography using Delphi method with radiographers and radiologists

2020

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Aims:To identify image quality criteria that can be applied to assess breast implant (BI) mammograms according to radiologists and radiographers' perspectives and to explore the level of agreement about criteria priority. Methods: A two-round Delphi method using a questionnaire was applied to identify the level of agreement between experts, asking them to rank each image criteria available for mammography according to 4 possible answers (1 = need to have, 2 = nice to have, 3 = not pertinent/appropriate, 4 = do not know). Criteria for craniocaudal (CC), mediolateral-oblique (MLO) and lateral (ML), with and without Eklund manoeuvre, were included. This process was repeated after removing the less relevant criteria. Results: Between first and second rounds, different results were obtained regarding the criteria to assess CC and MLO images. Details for anatomic areas were considered the most relevant by radiographers during the first round, while general criteria were prioritised during the second round. Radiologists focused more on analysis of the spread of the breast tissue, if the breast was aligned with detector's centre and level of contrast. The analysis of implant flow, the BI anterior edge and the maximum retropulsion of BI when Eklund manoeuvre is performed were the specific aspects of BI imaging considered as relevant for assessment. Conclusions: The importance of each criterion used to assess BI mammograms was not the same between radiographers and radiologists, suggesting the two groups of experts are looking for different requirements from the image. Further education and training is necessary to align strategies for assessing BI mammograms, and some criteria need to be adapted to reduce subjectivity.

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Consensus about image quality assessment criteria of breast implants mammography using Delphi method with radiographers and radiologists

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“…For example, students are unable to apply theoretical knowledge in practice and some institutions lack a breast phantom for mammography. Furthermore, recent surveys of students' needs have shown that there is a high demand for practical training to develop positioning skills and learn breast compression techniques 17,18 . Moreover, Radiologic Technology students at two universities in Nigeria have suggested that students' academic performance can be increased if they receive more practical training, with appropriate learning supports and materials.…”

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Effectiveness of a Developed In-House Breast Phantom in Enhancing the Knowledge of Mammographic Positioning in Radiologic Technology Students: A Quasi-Experimental Study in Thailand

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Kirisattayakul,

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Objective: This study aimed to develop an in-house breast phantom, and assess students’ knowledge and satisfaction after using it for mammographic positioning training.Material and Methods: The breast phantom was designed in a half-body shape, and constructed primarily using gelcoat resin, polyurethane foam, and thermoreversible gel. Additionally, silicone type RA-210, known for its high flexibility, tensile strength, elongation at break (620%), and ability to revert to its original shape, was incorporated. This study evaluated the effectiveness of the breast phantom utility in improving students’ knowledge through a nine-item questionnaire; employing a one-group pre-post design. The participants, consisting of 63 Radiologic Technology students, whom rated their satisfaction with the phantom for training purposes using a five-point Likert scale.Results: The mean knowledge score for the breast phantom positioning significantly improved from 5.35±1.61 points (pretest) to 7.32±1.20 points (post-test), following training (p-value<0.001). The students expressed high overall satisfaction with this training aid (4.49±0.58 points).Conclusion: Our breast phantom demonstrates its potential as an effective educational tool that enhances Radiologic Technology students’ understanding of mammographic positioning. However, further research is warranted to develop more advanced phantoms and to explore alternative experimental designs for effective teaching methods.

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Characterization of breast imaging education and insights from students, radiographers and teaching staff about its strengths, difficulties and needs

Cited by 2 publications

References 28 publications

Consensus about image quality assessment criteria of breast implants mammography using Delphi method with radiographers and radiologists

Consensus about image quality assessment criteria of breast implants mammography using Delphi method with radiographers and radiologists

Effectiveness of a Developed In-House Breast Phantom in Enhancing the Knowledge of Mammographic Positioning in Radiologic Technology Students: A Quasi-Experimental Study in Thailand

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