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Dilauro M, Thornhill R, Fasih N. How well are we respecting patient privacy in medical imaging? Lessons learnt from a departmental audit. Can Assoc Radiol J 2016;67:339-344. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - January 24, 2017 Category: Radiology Tags: Errataum Source Type: research

Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Induced DNA Damage
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become an integral noninvasive diagnostic imaging tool for all clinical specialties. The indications for MRI are rapidly expanding, accounting for nearly 2-fold increase in MRI utilization in Canada from 2003-2012 [1]. In Ontario alone, MRI utilization in cancer patients increased 4.2-fold from 1992-2003 [2]. Furthermore, approximately 15% of patients have a repeat MRI scan within 2  years [3]. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - January 24, 2017 Category: Radiology Authors: Hussein Jaffer, Kieran J. Murphy Tags: Critically Appraised Topic / Évaluation critique Source Type: research

Caution Without Paralysis: Does Magnetic Resonance Imaging Affect DNA Integrity?
Don ’t reject caution, but you also have to be careful about caution since there is a stage where it can turn to paralysisYair Lapid (Israeli journalist and politician, b. 1963) (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - January 24, 2017 Category: Radiology Authors: Peter L. Munk, Kieran J. Murphy Tags: Editorial / Éditorial Source Type: research

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Munk PL, Peh WWC. Predatory publishing: a sinister, brave new world. Can Assoc Radiol J 2016;67:307. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - January 24, 2017 Category: Radiology Tags: Errataum Source Type: research

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Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - January 24, 2017 Category: Radiology Source Type: research

Educational Review of Predictive Value and Findings of Computed Tomography Scan in Diagnosing Bowel and Mesenteric Injuries After  Blunt Trauma: Correlation With Trauma Surgery Findings in 163 Patients
Laparotomy can detect bowel and mesenteric injuries in 1.2% –5% of patients following blunt abdominal trauma. Delayed diagnosis in such cases is strongly related to increased risk of ongoing sepsis, with subsequent higher morbidity and mortality. Computed tomography (CT) scanning is the gold standard in the evaluation of blunt abdominal trauma, being accur ate in the diagnosis of bowel and mesenteric injuries in case of hemodynamically stable trauma patients. Aims of the present study are to 1) review the correlation between CT signs and intraoperative findings in case of bowel and mesenteric injuries following blunt abd...
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - January 22, 2017 Category: Radiology Authors: Francesco Cinquantini, Gregorio Tugnoli, Alice Piccinini, Carlo Coniglio, Sergio Mannone, Andrea Biscardi, Giovanni Gordini, Salomone Di Saverio Tags: Trauma and Emergency Room Imaging / L'imagerie des urgences et des traumatismes Source Type: research

Contrast-Enhanced Computed Tomography in Intensive Care Unit Patients with Acute Clinical Deterioration: Impact of Hyperattenuating Adrenal Glands
The study sought to assess the frequency and prognostic value of hyperattenuating adrenal glands on contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) scans of surgical intensive care unit (ICU) patients with acute clinical deterioration. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - December 20, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Johannes Boos, Julia Scheck, Patric Kr öpil, Philipp Heusch, Niklas Heinzler, Gerald Antoch, Rotem Shlomo Lanzman Tags: Trauma and Emergency Room Imaging / L'imagerie des urgences et des traumatismes Source Type: research

Variations in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Provision and Processes Among Canadian Academic Centres
Increasing demand has led to questions regarding the appropriateness of advanced imaging exams, particularly for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The study aimed to explore variability in MRI service provision and request variation within Canadian academic medical imaging departments, particularly factors potentially affecting appropriate MRI service provision. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - December 20, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Sonia Vanderby, Andreea Badea, Juan Nicol ás Peña Sánchez, Neil Kalra, Paul Babyn Tags: Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Formation image de r ésonance magnétique Source Type: research

Book Review: Effective Medical Writing —The Write Way to Get Published
It was a delight to review this small, efficiently written book. The primary purpose of this book is to help guide those that are inexperienced in medical journalism and to assist them in the process of writing and understanding medically oriented papers. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - December 20, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Peter L. Munk Tags: Book Review / Critiques de livres Source Type: research

Pterygopalatine Fossa: Not a Mystery!
The pterygopalatine fossa is an important anatomic crossroads that is connected with numerous intra- and extracranial spaces via foramina and fissures. Although this fossa is small, its central location in the skull base and its communications provide clinical, radiological, and anatomical significance. In this pictorial review, we aimed to describe the radiologic anatomy of the pterygopalatine fossa, as well as to give some pathologic examples to better understand this major conduit. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - December 5, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Betul Emine Derinkuyu, Oznur Boyunaga, Cigdem Oztunali, Ayse Gul Alimli, Murat Ucar Tags: Neuroradiology / Neuroradiologie Source Type: research

Intraductal Papillary Neoplasm of the Bile Duct: Multimodality Imaging Appearances and Pathological Correlation
Cholangiocarcinoma (CCa) is an aggressive tumour of the biliary epithelium with a poor prognosis. It is responsible for 10%-20% of deaths from all hepatobiliary malignancies worldwide [1]. The incidence of CCa is the highest in Asia, affecting 113 per 100,000 per year, whereas incidence in the Western World ranges between 0.5-1.5 per 100,000 people per year [1,2]. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - December 2, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Csilla Egri, Wan Wan Yap, Charles H. Scudamore, Douglas Webber, Alison Harris Tags: Abdominal Imaging / Imagerie abdominale Source Type: research

Shaping the Future of Neuroradiology
Canadian neuroradiology is exemplary within Canadian radiology as a contributor to national and international advances in neuroimaging and education. Through innovation, strong clinical fortitude, and academic leadership, Canadian neuroradiologists are also collaborators with neurosurgeons, neurologists, and neuroscientists. Canadian neuroradiology has continued to grow with the demand for sophisticated neuroimaging and as collaborative health care delivery has become the new norm. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - December 1, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Amanda Murphy, Allan J. Fox, Rob Sevick, Karel ter Brugge Tags: Letter to the Editor / Lettre à la rédaction Source Type: research

Quality Improvement Initiative to Increase Consistent Use of Intraluminal Contrast in the Identification of Anastomotic Bowel Leaks on Computed Tomography, Using the Plan-Do-Study-Act Service Approach
Anastomotic leakage of bowel contents is a serious complication following intestinal surgery and occurs post-operatively in 1%-19% cases [1]. Morbidity from anastomotic leakage includes ileus, sepsis, renal failure, and multiorgan failure with a reported postoperative mortality of 24.1% of patients with a leak compared with 1.7% in those without [2,3]. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - November 30, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Karim Samji, Ania Kielar, Michael Connolly, Etienne Hache, Geoffrey Doherty, Najla Fasih Tags: Education and Training / Formation et perfectionnement professionnel Source Type: research

Currarino Syndrome in a Fetus, Infant, Child, and Adolescent: Spectrum  of Clinical Presentations and Imaging Findings
In 1981, Currarino  et al described a triad of findings that consist of partial sacral dysgenesis, presacral mass (anterior meningocele, enteric cyst, or presacral teratoma) and anorectal malformation. Currarino syndrome exhibits variable expressivity and the clinical presentation tends to vary with the age of the s ubject such as spinal anomaly detected in the fetus, imperforate anus in the newborn, and intractable constipation or neurologic symptoms in the infant and older child. At any age, meningitis can be the presenting symptom and imaging is required for proper investigation. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - November 21, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Pablo Caro-Dom ínguez, Juan Bass, Julie Hurteau-Miller Tags: Pediatric Radiology / Radiologie p édiatrique Source Type: research

Prostate Artery Embolization for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Current Status
Prostate artery embolization has garnered much attention as a promising treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia. We aim to provide an up-to-date review of this minimally invasive technique, including discussion of potential benefits and technical challenges. Current evidence suggests it is a safe and effective option for patients with medication-refractory urinary obstructive symptoms who are poor surgical candidates or refuse surgical therapy. Larger, randomized studies with long-term follow-up data are needed for this technique to be formally established in the treatment parad...
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - November 21, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Anirudh Mirakhur, Justin P. McWilliams Tags: Vascular and Interventional Radiology / Radiologie vasculaire et radiologie d'intervention Source Type: research