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Pearls in Pulmonary Computed Tomography Findings in Patients With Fat Embolism Syndrome
Fat embolism syndrome (FES) is an uncommon life-threatening complication of fat emboli commonly originating from traumatic long-bone fractures or orthopaedic procedures. Classically, this syndrome is described as a clinical triad of respiratory, neurological, and cutaneous manifestations. FES remains an enigmatic diagnosis because of its nonspecific clinical picture, which is dominated by respiratory symptoms. In most cases, the diagnosis depends basically on the clinical presentation; however, further confirmation may be obtained from radiological investigations. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 15, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Khalid Alfudhili Tags: Thoracic and Cardiac Imaging / Imagerie cardiaque et imagerie thoracique Source Type: research

Designing a Comprehensive Undergraduate Medical Education Radiology Curriculum Using the 5C's of Radiology Education Framework
The 5C's of Radiology Education is a tool created from a recent qualitative study designed to explore how radiology exposures impact medical student opinions and perceptions of radiology and radiologists. It outlines the factors that the medical students identified as important for their radiology education. These factors are curriculum, coaching, collaborating, career, and commitment. The purpose of this paper is to provide a review of the literature of undergraduate medical education both broadly and more specifically to radiology education using the 5C's of Radiology Education framework. (Source: Canadian Association of...
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Kari L. Visscher, Lisa Faden Tags: Education and Training / Formation et perfectionnement professionnel Source Type: research

Classification of Error in Abdominal Imaging: Pearls and Pitfalls for Radiologists
Peer review for radiologists plays an important role in identifying contributing factors that can lead to diagnostic errors and patient harm. It is essential that all radiologists be aware of the multifactorial causes of diagnostic error in radiology and the methods available to reduce it. This pictorial review provides readers with an overview of common errors that occur in abdominal radiology and strategies to reduce them. This review aims to make readers more aware of pitfalls in abdominal imaging so that these errors can be avoided in the future. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Csilla Egri, Kathryn E. Darras, Elena P. Scali, Alison C. Harris Tags: Abdominal Imaging / Imagerie abdominale Source Type: research

The Effect of Different Drinking and Voiding Preparations on Magnetic Resonance Imaging Bladder Distention in Normal Volunteers and Patients
Bladder cancer is the ninth most common cancer worldwide, with three-quarters of the total burden occurring in men [1]. Cystoscopy is typically performed to achieve both diagnosis and staging via deep biopsy of suspicious lesions to additionally sample the underlying muscle layer. However, clinical staging is reported to be inaccurate in 30% –50% of cases of high grade non-muscle invasive bladder cancer [2,3]; thus current guidelines recommend repeat assessment for such tumours, even if muscle was present in the original specimen [4,5]. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Nikita Sushentsev, James Tanner, Rhys A. Slough, Vasily Kozlov, Andrew B. Gill, Tristan Barrett Tags: Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Formation image de r ésonance magnétique Source Type: research

A Pictorial Essay on Focused Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Normal Anatomy and Various Injuries of the Finger
Injuries to the finger are quite common both during sports and in daily activities, and imaging plays a crucial role in early diagnosis of these injuries, as clinical examination is often limited by associated pain and swelling [1]. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Khushboo Pilania, Bhavin Jankharia Tags: Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Formation image de r ésonance magnétique Source Type: research

Sinistral Portal Hypertension: Computed Tomography Imaging Findings and Clinical Appearance —A Descriptive Case Series
Sinistral portal hypertension (SPH) or left-sided portal hypertension occurs as a result of isolated obstruction of the splenic vein. In the majority of the cases, it is a complication of a pancreatic pathology [1,2]. In contrast to generalized portal hypertension, in patients with SPH, liver function tests and portal vein pressure are within normal limits. Expected flow direction in portal vein is hepatopetal [3 –6]. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Melahat Kul, Nuray Ünsal Haliloğlu, Nur Hürsoy, Ayşe Erden Tags: Abdominal Imaging / Imagerie abdominale Source Type: research

Multimodality Imaging and Endovascular Treatment Options of Subclavian Steal Syndrome
The terms subclavian steal phenomenon and subclavian steal syndrome (SSS) have been coined to describe the presence of retrograde blood flow in one or both vertebral arteries as a consequence of subclavian artery stenosis or occlusion. The former term refers to the characteristic hemodynamic abnormality, while the latter term corresponds to the symptomatic manifestation of the disease with symptoms of dizziness, syncope, and upper extremity claudication [1,2]. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Vasileios Rafailidis, Xin Li, Ioannis Chryssogonidis, Fabian Rengier, Prabhakar Rajiah, Carola M. Wieker, Sanjeeva Kalva, Suvranu Ganguli, Sasan Partovi Tags: Vascular and Interventional Radiology / Radiologie vasculaire et radiologie d'intervention Source Type: research

Injection of Saline Into the Biopsy Tract and Rapid Patient Rollover Decreases Pneumothorax Size Following Computed Tomography –Guided Transthoracic Needle Biopsy
To determine if saline tract injection and rapid patient rollover following computed tomography (CT) –guided transthoracic needle biopsy (TTNB) affects pneumothorax incidence and size. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - October 8, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Eugenia Khorochkov, Gregory J. Garvin, Stefan Potoczny, Roman I. Kozak Tags: Thoracic and Cardiac Imaging / Imagerie cardiaque et imagerie thoracique Source Type: research

Prevalence of Burnout Among Canadian Radiologists and Radiology Trainees
Physician burnout is on the rise compared to the average population, and radiology burnout rates are ranked high compared to other specialties. We aim to assess radiologist and radiology trainee burnout in Canada. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - September 27, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Nanxi Zha, Michael N. Patlas, Nick Neuheimer, Richard Duszak Tags: Health Policy and Practice/Sant é: politique et pratique médicale Source Type: research

Gadolinium Deposition in the Brain: A Systematic Review of Existing Guidelines and Policy Statement Issued by the Canadian Association of Radiologists
Emerging evidence has confirmed that, following administration of a gadolinium-based contrast agent (GBCA), very small amounts of gadolinium will deposit in the brain of humans with intact blood-brain barriers. The literature is evolving rapidly and the degree to which gadolinium will deposit for a particular GBCA or class of GBCAs remains undetermined. Several studies suggest that linear GBCAs deposit more gadolinium in the brain compared with macrocyclic GBCAs; however, our understanding of the molecular composition of deposited gadolinium is preliminary, and the clinical significance of gadolinium deposition remains unk...
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - September 21, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Andreu F. Costa, Christian B. van der Pol, Pejman Jabehdar Maralani, Matthew D.F. McInnes, Jason R. Shewchuk, Raman Verma, Casey Hurrell, Nicola Schieda Tags: Magnetic Resonance Imaging/Formation image de r ésonance magnétique Source Type: research

Radiation Dose Reduction With a Low-Tube Voltage Technique for Pediatric Chest Computed Tomographic Angiography Based on the Contrast-to-Noise Ratio Index
The aim of this study was to evaluate the radiation dose and image quality at low tube-voltage pediatric chest computed tomographic angiography (CTA) that applies the same contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) index as the standard tube voltage technique. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - September 21, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Takanori Masuda, Yoshinori Funama, Takeshi Nakaura, Masahiro Tahara, Yukari Yamashita, Masao Kiguchi, Naoyuki Imada, Tomoyasu Sato, Kazuo Awai Tags: Computed Tomography / Tomodensitome'trie Source Type: research

Referral Patterns for Dual-Energy Computed Tomography in Diagnosis and Management of Gout: Ten-Year Experience at a Canadian Institution
To analyze the utilization, indications, and outcomes of dual-energy computed tomography (DECT) gout imaging in clinical practice. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - September 21, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Bo Gong, Kamran Shojania, Faisal Khosa, Savvas Nicolaou Tags: Musculoskeletal Radiology / Radiologies musculo-squelettique Source Type: research

Management of Acute Contrast Reactions —Understanding Radiologists' Preparedness and the Efficacy of Simulation-Based Training in Canada
Acute radiologic emergencies, primarily severe contrast reactions, are rare but life-threatening events. Given a generalized paucity of formalized or mandated training, studies have shown that radiologists and trainees perform poorly when acutely managing such events. Moreover, skill base, knowledge, and comfort levels precipitously decline over time given the infrequent occurrence of these events during one's daily practice.The primary aim of this study was to assess radiologists' preparedness for managing acute radiologic emergencies and to determine the efficacy of a high-fidelity simulation based training model in an e...
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - September 20, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Tyler M. Coupal, Anne R. Buckley, Sanjiv Bhalla, Jessica L. Li, Stephen G.F. Ho, Allan Holmes, Alison C. Harris Tags: Education and Training/Formation et perfectionnement professionnel Source Type: research

Portal Vein Embolization: Correlation of Future Liver Remnant Hypertrophy to Type of Embolic Agent Used
The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of portal vein embolization (PVE) with different embolic agents used at our centre. Specifically, the effectiveness of N-butyl cyanoacrylate (NBCA) glue is compared with that of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) particles. (Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal)
Source: Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal - July 31, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Surinder K. Dhaliwal, Ganesan Annamalai, Nelofer Gafoor, Robyn Pugash, Chris Dey, Elizabeth Nishani David Tags: Vascular and Interventional Radiology / Radiologie vasculaire et radiologie d'intervention Source Type: research