M.R.C.P. examination.

MRCP(UK) PART 2 Clinical Examination (PACES): a review of the first four examination sessions (June 2001 - July 2002).

The Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians introduced the new MRCP(UK) Part 2 Clinical Examination (PACES) in June 2001. This paper reviews the academic rationale for the development of this new examination and discusses the preliminary results from the first four diets (new style examination sessions).

How to pass the MRCP (UK) examination--ask a successful candidate!

Recently successful MRCP (UK) candidates were asked to rate the value of clinical experience, reading, practice with past or simulated examination papers and commercially organised courses as preparation for parts 1 and 2 of the examination. With respect to part 1, practice with past and simulated papers was unanimously felt to be of crucial importance with examination-focused reading helpful. ...

How to organise the paediatric MRCP (UK). Part II. Clinical examination.

Responsibility for the organisation of postgraduate examinations in paediatrics will soon transfer to the new Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (which will award the MRCPCH). The whole philosophy of how and when to examine is currently under debate, so it is appropriate to review recent experience with the current clinical examination, the Membership of the Royal College of Physicia...

Pitfalls of MRCP

MR cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) is widely used in the evaluation of pancreatobiliary disorders. As with all MRI techniques, there are pitfalls that may lead to incorrect interpretation. This article is summarized common pitfalls of MRCP, emphasizing at biliary system, that need to be aware in order to avoid the misinterpretation. Pitfalls are divided into 2 categories; false-positive and fal...

MRCP in the neonates