Current diagnostic trends in radiology

Since the discovery of X-rays by Wilhelm Conrad R?entgen at the end of the 19th century, diagnostic imaging techniques have been continously improved by technological advances, bringing radiological diagnosis into the very center of modern medicine. Nowadays, it is hard to imagine therapy planning without previous radiological examination. Great advances in the field of computer technology have been accompanied by development of radiological techniques, and today they include not only morphological and anatomical, but also dynamic, functional and molecular imaging. This paper is an overview of new and improved radiological techniques and their implementation.

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Medical Imaging in the Diagnosis of Schistosomiasis: A Review

Pathogens ◽

10.3390/pathogens10081058 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (8) ◽

pp. 1058

Author(s):

Andrea Cimini ◽

Maria Ricci ◽

Paola Elda Gigliotti ◽

Luca Pugliese ◽

Agostino Chiaravalloti ◽

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Keyword(s):

Computed Tomography ◽

Diagnostic Imaging ◽

Imaging Techniques ◽

Laboratory Data ◽

Daily Practice ◽

Imaging Features ◽

X Rays ◽

Positron Emission ◽

Diagnostic Imaging Techniques ◽

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri

Schistosomiasis is one of the most important parasitic diseases and it is endemic in tropical and subtropical areas. Clinical and laboratory data are fundamental for the diagnosis of schistosomiasis, but diagnostic imaging techniques such as x-rays, ultrasound (US), computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) may be helpful in the evaluation of disease severity and complications. In this context, the aim of this review is to explore the actual role of diagnostic imaging in the diagnosis of schistosomiasis, underlining advantages and drawbacks providing information about the utilization of diagnostic imaging techniques in this context. Furthermore, we aim to provide a useful guide regarding imaging features of schistosomiasis for radiology and nuclear medicine physicians of non-endemic countries: in fact, in the last years non-endemic countries have experienced important flows of migrants from endemic areas, therefore it is not uncommon to face cases of this disease in daily practice.

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Quiescent-Interval Single-Shot Magnetic Resonance Angiography

Diagnostics ◽

10.3390/diagnostics8040084 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 8 (4) ◽

pp. 84

Author(s):

Aman Saini ◽

Alex Wallace ◽

Hassan Albadawi ◽

Sailendra Naidu ◽

Sadeer Alzubaidi ◽

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Keyword(s):

Magnetic Resonance ◽

Image Quality ◽

Magnetic Resonance Angiography ◽

Diagnostic Imaging ◽

Imaging Techniques ◽

Feasibility Studies ◽

Subsequent Treatment ◽

Single Shot ◽

Contrast Enhanced ◽

Diagnostic Imaging Techniques

Lower extremity peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a chronic, debilitating disease with a significant global burden. A number of diagnostic imaging techniques exist, including computed tomography angiography (CTA) and contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance angiography (CEMRA), to aid in PAD diagnosis and subsequent treatment planning. Due to concerns of renal toxicity or nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) for iodinated and gadolinium-based contrasts, respectively, a number of non-enhanced MRA (NEMRA) protocols are being increasingly used in PAD diagnosis. These techniques, including time of flight and phase contrast MRA, have previously demonstrated poor image quality, long acquisition times, and/or susceptibility to artifacts when compared to existing contrast-enhanced techniques. In recent years, Quiescent-Interval Single-Shot (QISS) MRA has been developed to overcome these limitations in NEMRA methods, with promising results. Here, we review the various screening and diagnostic tests currently used for PAD. The various NEMRA protocols are discussed, followed by a comprehensive review of the literature on QISS MRA to date. A particular emphasis is placed on QISS MRA feasibility studies and studies comparing the diagnostic accuracy and image quality of QISS MRA versus other diagnostic imaging techniques in PAD.

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Varied Ophthalmic Presentations in Sphenoid Sinus Lesions

Clinical Rhinology An International Journal ◽

10.5005/jp-journals-10013-1064 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 4 (1) ◽

pp. 15-20

Author(s):

RG Aiyer ◽

Rahul Gupta ◽

Prarthna S Dhameja ◽

Virag Damania ◽

Abhishek Sharma ◽

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Keyword(s):

Diagnostic Imaging ◽

Fungal Infection ◽

Sphenoid Sinus ◽

Imaging Techniques ◽

Accurate Diagnosis ◽

Team Approach ◽

Diagnosis And Management ◽

Ocular Manifestations ◽

Diagnostic Imaging Techniques

ABSTRACT Sphenoid sinus lesions can present with a multitude of symptoms/signs including ophthalmic disturbances. We describe a total of five patients, of which two had mucoceles and rest three had fungal infection. Ophthalmic symptoms/signs were the ones we were really interested in. We also present one case which had isolated sphenoid fungal sinus. We also give details of their presentation, investigations and treatment. Possible ocular manifestations of mucoceles and the diagnostic imaging techniques used are discussed. The treatment of mucoceles is reviewed. It is stressed that a team approach involving the ophthalmologist, otolaryngologist and radiologist is essential for accurate diagnosis and management.

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The "Pseudo-lost" Muscle: Limitations of Clinical, Surgical, and Diagnostic Imaging Techniques in the Identification of Extraocular Muscles After Trauma

Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus ◽

10.3928/0191-3913-19931101-12 ◽

1993 ◽

Vol 30 (6) ◽

pp. 392-395

Author(s):

Benjamin H Ticho ◽

Lawrence M Kaufman ◽

Mahmood F Mafee

Keyword(s):

Diagnostic Imaging ◽

Imaging Techniques ◽

Extraocular Muscles ◽

Diagnostic Imaging Techniques

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Progression from Nodular to Lymphangitic Subcutaneous Metastasis from Clear Cell Endometrial Carcinoma: Ct Findings

Tumori Journal ◽

10.1177/030089169808400315 ◽

1998 ◽

Vol 84 (3) ◽

pp. 387-390 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Alfredo La Fianza ◽

Lorenzo Preda ◽

Enrico Maria Di Maggio ◽

Paolo Pedrazzoli ◽

Saverio Tateo ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Computed Tomography ◽

Diagnostic Imaging ◽

Endometrial Carcinoma ◽

Clear Cell ◽

Imaging Techniques ◽

Genital System ◽

Frequent Type ◽

First Case ◽

Subcutaneous Metastases ◽

Diagnostic Imaging Techniques

Subcutaneous metastases from clear cell endometrial carcinoma are an uncommon event and tumor implantations are rarely found with diagnostic imaging techniques. The nodular form is the most frequent type of subcutaneous metastasis from genital system tumors, even though plaque-like and infiltrative forms have also been reported. We report the first case of subcutaneous metastasis from clear cell endometrial carcinoma whose progression from the early nodular to the lymphangitic infiltrative form was studied with computed tomography (CT). Differential diagnostic problems are discussed.

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