Effect of pelvic inclination and torsional deformity on canine acetabular morphology with computed tomography

SummaryObjectives: To evaluate how the inclination and torsional deformity of the hemipelvis using extra-rotation as a model affect acetabular angle (AA) and dorsal acetabular rim angle (DARA) assessment with computed tomography (CT).Methods: A normal canine hemipelvis positioned in dorsal recumbency was scanned with a 16-slice multidetector CT scanner, with different degrees of torsional deformity, using extra-rotation around the long axis (0–5–10–15°) of the hemipelvis. Each degree of extra-rotation was acquired at 0°, +20° and –20° of gantry tilt, to mimic different pelvic inclinations on its transverse axis. Cranial and central individual acetabular angles (IAA) and central DARA were calculated and correlated with inclination and torsional deformity.Results: A very strong negative correlation was found between cranial and central IAA, pelvic inclination, and torsional deformity. A very strong positive correlation was found between DARA, pelvic inclination, and torsional deformity.Clinical significance: Pelvic inclination and torsional deformity affect acetabular angles assessment with CT. The greater the inclination (ilia far from the tabletop in dorsal recumbency) and torsional deformity of the pelvis, the worse the acetabulum appeared. A standardized scanning protocol for acetabular morphology assessment is needed and it should consider pelvic inclination. The actual relevance of pelvic torsional deformity is not well known and it should be investigated more thoroughly.

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Results of Percutaneous Computed Tomography-Guided Biopsy of Adrenal Lesions and Spectrum of Computed Tomography Findings

Journal of Clinical Imaging Science ◽

10.25259/jcis_3_2020 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 ◽

pp. 16

Author(s):

Sriharsha Gunna ◽

Zafar Neyaz ◽

Eesh Bhatia ◽

Rungmei S Marak ◽

Richa Mishra ◽

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Keyword(s):

Computed Tomography ◽

Multidetector Ct ◽

Diagnostic Yield ◽

Major Complication ◽

Malignant Neoplasms ◽

Safe Procedure ◽

Ct Scanner ◽

Ct Guided ◽

Guided Biopsy ◽

Ct Guided Biopsy

Objective: Adrenal enlargement occurs in various conditions such as infections, benign, and malignant neoplasms. Percutaneous computed tomography (CT)-guided adrenal biopsy is a safe method for obtaining tissue specimen in cases where diagnosis cannot be established on imaging and biochemical grounds. The study aims to evaluate diagnostic yield, accuracy, and complications of percutaneous CT-guided adrenal biopsies. Furthermore, CT findings of various adrenal lesions have been described. Materials and Methods: Data of CT-guided adrenal biopsies performed from September 2009 to May 2019 were analyzed. Biopsies were performed on a 64-slice or a 128-slice multidetector CT scanner using a coaxial technique. Pathological and microbiological reports were retrieved from the hospital information system. Clinical details were obtained from clinical case records. Results: CT-guided adrenal biopsies were performed in 48 patients, 37 males and 11 females. Adrenal insufficiency was present in 31 (64%) cases and bilateral adrenal glands were affected in 35 (73%). Biopsy yielded a diagnosis in 35 cases (72.9%). The final diagnosis was achieved in 43 (90%) cases. Combined accuracy of CT-guided biopsy for identifying malignancy and infection was 88.3%. Adrenal histoplasmosis (AH) was the most common entity diagnosed (44%). After combining histopathology and microbiology results, the sensitivity for diagnosing AH was 100%. One (2%) patient had a major complication in the form of intra-abdominal hemorrhage requiring transfusion. Local hematoma and mild stable pneumothorax were noted in one patient each. Conclusion: Percutaneous CT-guided biopsy is a safe procedure for the diagnosis of adrenal lesions. It has good accuracy for diagnosing adrenal conditions such as infections and malignancies. However, the specific diagnosis of benign adrenal lesions was difficult to make. AH, tuberculosis, and metastasis have overlapping imaging findings.

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Evaluation of Neck Mass by Multidetector Computed Tomography and Histopathological Comparison.

Bangladesh Medical Research Council Bulletin ◽

10.3329/bmrcb.v43i3.36414 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 43 (3) ◽

pp. 115-119

Author(s):

Umme Iffat Siddiqua ◽

Bibek Ananda Halder ◽

Rued Hossain ◽

Shyamal Kumar Roy ◽

Abdullah Al-Amin ◽

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Keyword(s):

Computed Tomography ◽

Multidetector Computed Tomography ◽

Negative Predictive Value ◽

Predictive Value ◽

Multidetector Ct ◽

Imaging Modality ◽

Neck Mass ◽

Histopathological Diagnosis ◽

Ct Scanner ◽

Cross Sectional

Diagnostic usefulness of multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) scan in the evaluation of neck mass was assessed in this study in terms of sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive value and accuracy in respect to characterise the lesion as benign and malignant, based on different parameters by comparing computed tomography and histopathological findings. This cross sectional study was carried out on 57 patients in the Department of Radiology and Imaging, Sir Salimullah Medical College and Mitford Hospital, Dhaka from January 2014 to December 2015, with a 16 slice multidetector CT scanner and the reports were compared to histopathological diagnosis. Out of 57 patients, 37 (64.9%) and 20 (35.1%) were diagnosed as malignant and benign lesions respectively, with a sensitivity of 94.6%, specificity 95%, positive predictive value 97.2%, negative predictive value 90.5% and diagnostic accuracy of 94.7%. As an imaging modality, thus, MDCT proved to be a useful tool for assessing and characterization of neck mass as benign and malignant, especially in this part of the continent, and is essential in planning surgical approach and predicting prognosis.

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Cross-sectional anatomy, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging of the banded houndshark (Triakis scyllium)

Scientific Reports ◽

10.1038/s41598-020-80823-y ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Sang Wha Kim ◽

Adams Hei Long Yuen ◽

Cherry Tsz Ching Poon ◽

Joon Oh Hwang ◽

Chang Jun Lee ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽

Computed Tomography ◽

Magnetic Resonance ◽

Soft Tissues ◽

Imaging Techniques ◽

Evolutionary Developmental Biology ◽

Phylogenetic Position ◽

Ct Scanner ◽

Resonance Imaging ◽

Cross Sectional

AbstractDue to their important phylogenetic position among extant vertebrates, sharks are an invaluable group in evolutionary developmental biology studies. A thorough understanding of shark anatomy is essential to facilitate these studies and documentation of this iconic taxon. With the increasing availability of cross-sectional imaging techniques, the complicated anatomy of both cartilaginous and soft tissues can be analyzed non-invasively, quickly, and accurately. The aim of this study is to provide a detailed anatomical description of the normal banded houndshark (Triakis scyllium) using computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) along with cryosection images. Three banded houndsharks were scanned using a 64-detector row spiral CT scanner and a 3 T MRI scanner. All images were digitally stored and assessed using open-source Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine viewer software in the transverse, sagittal, and dorsal dimensions. The banded houndshark cadavers were then cryosectioned at approximately 1-cm intervals. Corresponding transverse cryosection images were chosen to identify the best anatomical correlations for transverse CT and MRI images. The resulting images provided excellent detail of the major anatomical structures of the banded houndshark. The illustrations in the present study could be considered as a useful reference for interpretation of normal and pathological imaging studies of sharks.

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Evaluation of Organ Dose and Image Quality Metrics of Pediatric CT Chest-Abdomen-Pelvis (CAP) Examination: An Anthropomorphic Phantom Study

Applied Sciences ◽

10.3390/app11052047 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (5) ◽

pp. 2047

Author(s):

Nor Azura Muhammad ◽

Zunaide Kayun ◽

Hasyma Abu Hassan ◽

Jeannie Hsiu Ding Wong ◽

Kwan Hoong Ng ◽

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Keyword(s):

Image Quality ◽

Multidetector Ct ◽

Organ Dose ◽

Quality Metrics ◽

Ct Scanner ◽

Image Quality Metrics ◽

Tube Current ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Noise Ratio ◽

The Impact

The aim of this study is to investigate the impact of CT acquisition parameter setting on organ dose and its influence on image quality metrics in pediatric phantom during CT examination. The study was performed on 64-slice multidetector CT scanner (MDCT) Siemens Definition AS (Siemens Sector Healthcare, Forchheim, Germany) using various CT CAP protocols (P1–P9). Tube potential for P1, P2, and P3 protocols were fixed at 100 kVp while P4, P5, and P6 were fixed at 80 kVp with used of various reference noise values. P7, P8, and P9 were the modification of P1 with changes on slice collimation, pitch factor, and tube current modulation (TCM), respectively. TLD-100 chips were inserted into the phantom slab number 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, and 14 to represent thyroid, lung, liver, stomach, gonads, and skin, respectively. The image quality metrics, signal to noise ratio (SNR) and contrast to noise ratio (CNR) values were obtained from the CT console. As a result, this study indicates a potential reduction in the absorbed dose up to 20% to 50% along with reducing tube voltage, tube current, and increasing the slice collimation. There is no significant difference (p > 0.05) observed between the protocols and image metrics.

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Spatial Variation of the Relationship between PM2.5Concentrations and Meteorological Parameters in China

BioMed Research International ◽

10.1155/2015/684618 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 2015 ◽

pp. 1-15 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Gang Lin ◽

Jingying Fu ◽

Dong Jiang ◽

Jianhua Wang ◽

Qiao Wang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Negative Correlation ◽

Meteorological Parameters ◽

Semiarid Region ◽

Strong Positive Correlation ◽

Annual Average ◽

Strong Negative Correlation ◽

Positive Correlation ◽

Humid Region ◽

The Relationship ◽

Warm Temperate

Epidemiological studies around the world have reported that fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is closely associated with human health. The distribution of PM2.5concentrations is influenced by multiple geographic and socioeconomic factors. Using a remote-sensing-derived PM2.5dataset, this paper explores the relationship between PM2.5concentrations and meteorological parameters and their spatial variance in China for the period 2001–2010. The spatial variations of the relationships between the annual average PM2.5, the annual average precipitation (AAP), and the annual average temperature (AAT) were evaluated using the Geographically Weighted Regression (GWR) model. The results indicated that PM2.5had a strong and stable correlation with meteorological parameters. In particular, PM2.5had a negative correlation with precipitation and a positive correlation with temperature. In addition, the relationship between the variables changed over space, and the strong negative correlation between PM2.5and the AAP mainly appeared in the warm temperate semihumid region and northern subtropical humid region in 2001 and 2010, with some localized differences. The strong positive correlation between the PM2.5and the AAT mainly occurred in the mid-temperate semiarid region, the humid, semihumid, and semiarid warm temperate regions, and the northern subtropical humid region in 2001 and 2010.

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Optimizing Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner Geometry

10.1117/12.957146 ◽

1979 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

G. T. Barnes ◽

M. V. Yester ◽

M. A. King

Keyword(s):

Computed Tomography ◽

Ct Scanner

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Effective doses in subjects undergoing computed tomography cardiac imaging with the 256-multislice CT scanner

European Journal of Radiology ◽

10.1016/j.ejrad.2007.05.001 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 65 (3) ◽

pp. 442-448 ◽

Cited By ~ 43

Author(s):

Shinichiro Mori ◽

Kanae Nishizawa ◽

Chisato Kondo ◽

Mari Ohno ◽

Keiichi Akahane ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Computed Tomography ◽

Cardiac Imaging ◽

Multislice Ct ◽

Ct Scanner ◽

Effective Doses

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Characterization of Solid Renal Masses using 64-Slice Multidetector CT Scanner

The Scientific World JOURNAL ◽

10.1100/tsw.2009.65 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 9 ◽

pp. 441-448 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Saleh S. El-Esawy ◽

Mohamed E. Abou El-Ghar ◽

Ghada M. Gaballa ◽

Saly A. Zahra

Keyword(s):

Cell Carcinoma ◽

Clear Cell ◽

Multidetector Ct ◽

Left Kidney ◽

Ct Scanner ◽

Renal Masses ◽

Surgical Data ◽

Attenuation Values ◽

Mdct Scanner

The purpose of our study was to assess the role of a 64-slice multidetector CT (MDCT) scanner in the characterization of different solid renal masses, using a simplified approach to correct the postenhancement attenuation values. The study included 96 consecutive adults (58 men, 38 women) with renal masses; 93 with unilateral and three with bilateral masses. All of our patients underwent multiphasic CT study including pre- and postcontrast corticomedullary (CM) and nephrographic phases. We analyzed the images and corrected the postcontrast attenuation values at the CM phase. The postbiopsy or -surgical data were used as reference standard. There were 53 masses at the right kidney, 40 at the left kidney, and three bilateral. The final diagnosis of the 96 solid parenchymal masses were 28 clear-type renal cell carcinoma (RCC), 22 papillary-type RCC, 21 chromophobe-type RCC, six XP 11.2 chromosomal translocation–type RCC, 15 angiomyolipoma (AML), and seven oncocytoma. All the AML had fat, with attenuation values less than -40 HU at the nonenhanced scan. There is no difference in the precontrast attenuation values for the different types other than AML. At the postcontrast CM phase after the correction of the attenuation values, the clear cell type could be separated easily, with attenuation values >20 with specificity, sensitivity, and overall accuracy of 92, 84, and 93%, respectively. The 64-slice MDCT scanner with application of enhancement values correction allows diagnosis of clear cell carcinoma. Also, AML could be identified easily with fat inside at the precontrast scan.

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