Hemoperitoneum

Course Overview

This activity presents multiple cases of hemoperitoneum of varying etiologies such as gynecologic emergencies, trauma, postoperative, vascular, and complications of liver disease. Cases demonstrate the spectrum of locations and appearance of blood in the abdomen and pelvis. Course instructs attendees about the necessity of utilizing relevant PACS tools to accurately and comprehensively diagnose hemoperitoneum.

Learning Objectives

1. Common sites and typical appearances of hemoperitoneum.
2. Reinforcing necessity and importance of using PACS-embedded tool to measure the attenuation of fluid (blood).
3. Review of common or typical etiologies for hemoperitoneum.

For New Users

If you haven't accessed the vRad Radiology Education platform before, you will be prompted to complete a one-time registration process which allows you to access this course, and all other free CME courses vRad offers.

Audience and Claiming Credit

This course has been designed for radiologists. A certificate awarding credit will be issued to participants who have reviewed the entire presentation and correctly answered the post-test question.

Accreditation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Minnesota Medical Association and vRad Radiology Education. The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Minnesota Medical Association designated this online course review for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

Jointly provided by the Minnesota Medical Association and vRad Radiology Education