MRI- TRUS Fusion Biopsy of the Prostate- An Update ☆☆☆☆
Prostate cancer (PCa) is one of the most common malignancies in males. The current standard of care for the diagnosis of PCa is Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) guided systematic biopsy of prostate. Patients with clinical suspicion of PCa undergo systematic TRUS-guided biopsy for diagnosis, localization and grading of the tumor. Systematic biopsies are aimed at obtaining cores from all the prostatic zones and no tumor focus is specifically targeted. The major disadvantages of this technique are over detection of clinically insignificant PCa and at the same time under detection of clinically significant PCa. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - April 5, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Chandan J. Das, Abdul Razik, Sanjay Sharma Source Type: research
Imaging of Acetabular Fractures: A Phantom Study Comparing Radiation Dose by Radiography and Computed Tomography
3D rendered images from computed tomography (CT) have been shown to be of similar diagnostic quality as a five-view pelvis radiograph series. We compared the dose of a five-view pelvis radiograph series and pelvis CT. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - April 5, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Jennifer L. Favinger, David A. Zamora, Kalpana M. Kanal, Joel A. Gross, Martin L. Gunn Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Septic Arthritis and Joint Aspiration: The Radiologist ′s Role in Image-Guided Aspiration for Suspected Septic Arthritis
We sought to identify trends in variables that may serve as contraindications to performing image-guided joint aspiration for suspected septic arthritis. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - April 5, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Jack Porrino, Michael L. Richardson, Erin Flaherty, Mahmood Albahhar, Alice S. Ha, Hyojeong Mulcahy, Felix S. Chew Source Type: research
Letter From the Editor: Breathtaking
This Letter from the Editor is about the variations in the way different animals respire. Assuming the reader already understands the human system, it focuses on other species. But first I want to mention another lung-related curiosity: haggis. For those unfamiliar with this term, it refers to the national dish of Scotland, which is unavailable in the United States because one of its main ingredients is sheep lung. Since 1971, the United States has banned the sale of Scottish haggis as “livestock lungs shall not be saved for human food.”1 Stomach fluids can make their way into the lungs of an animal during the slaughte...
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - March 26, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Jannette Collins Source Type: research
Letter from the Editor: Breathtaking
This Letter from the Editor is about the variations in the way different animals respire. Assuming the reader already understands the human system, it focuses on other species. But first I want to mention another lung-related curiosity: haggis. For those unfamiliar with this term, it refers to the national dish of Scotland, which is unavailable in the United States because one of its main ingredients is sheep lung. Since 1971, the U.S. has banned the sale of Scottish haggis as “livestock lungs shall not be saved for human food”. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - March 26, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Jannette Collins Source Type: research
Letter From the Editor: Thinking Pink
Most people are aware of breast cancer awareness events, which peak internationally every year in October. What may first come to mind when asked about breast cancer activism is the pink ribbon, symbolizing awareness of the disease, support for those afflicted, and the need to raise dollars for breast cancer research. But breast cancer activism did not start with the pink ribbon. Rather, it is the result of decades of committed activism beginning in the 1970s, driven in large part by the spirit of the women ’s liberation movement. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - March 5, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Jannette Collins Source Type: research
Letter from the Editor: Thinking Pink
Most people are aware of breast cancer awareness events, which peak internationally every year in October. What may first come to mind when asked about breast cancer activism is the pink ribbon, symbolizing awareness of the disease, support for those afflicted, and the need to raise dollars for breast cancer research. But breast cancer activism did not start with the pink ribbon. Rather, it is the result of decades of committed activism beginning in the 1970s, driven in large part by the spirit of the women ′s liberation movement. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - March 5, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Jannette Collins Source Type: research
Recent Advances in Abdominal Trauma Computed Tomography
Computed tomography (CT) has evolved considerably since the introduction of this groundbreaking technology, with the initial research on the use of CT imaging of the brain, chest, and abdomen published in 1975.1-4 Its potential role in imaging the emergency and trauma patient was first published in 1978.5 Since the introduction of multi-detector CT (MDCT), it has emerged as the main imaging modality for the evaluation of the poly-trauma patient.6 As the technology continues to evolve, protocols have been developed which can optimize visualization of the most critical injuries, which in turn determines if a patient requires...
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - February 9, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Andrew Y. Choi, Uttam K. Bodanapally, Boris Shapiro, Michael N. Patlas, Douglas S. Katz Source Type: research
Recent Advances in Abdominal Trauma CT
Computed tomography (CT) has evolved considerably since the introduction of this groundbreaking technology, with the initial research on the use of CT imaging of the brain, chest, and abdomen published in 1975.1 –4 Its potential role in imaging the emergency and trauma patient was first published in 1978.5 Since the introduction of multi-detector CT (MDCT), it has emerged as the main imaging modality for the evaluation of the poly-trauma patient.6 As the technology continues to evolve, protocols have been developed which can optimize visualization of the most critical injuries, which in turn determines if a patient requi...
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - February 9, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Andrew Y. Choi, Uttam K. Bodanapally, Boris Shapiro, Michael N. Patlas, Douglas S. Katz Source Type: research
Advances in Computed Tomography in Thoracic Imaging
Computed tomography (CT) has become an integral imaging modality in the evaluation of thoracic disorders. Currently available multi-detector CTs with volumetric scanning permits 3-dimensional imaging of the chest with multi-planar reconstruction and volumetric display. Rapid scanning with wider coverage is now possible with the use of wide-array multi-detector scanners as well as high pitch helical mode of dual-source CT scanners, which enables motion-free images. Advances such as iterative reconstruction algorithm enable acquisition of high-quality images at low radiation doses. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - February 7, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Asha Kandathil, Fernando Kay, Kiran Batra, Sachin S. Saboo, Prabhakar Rajiah Source Type: research
Computed Tomography of Congenital Lung Malformations in Children: A Primer for Radiologists
Congenital lung malformations (CLMs) comprise a heterogeneous group of cystic and noncystic lesions affecting the pulmonary parenchyma, arterial supply, and venous drainage.1 CLMs have an annual incidence of approximately 30-42/100,000.1-3 CLMs vary greatly in their imaging appearance and clinical presentation, from asymptomatic to severe, resulting in perinatal death. Although conventional radiographs have a role in the initial screening and detection of CLMs, computed tomography (CT) is usually required for definitive diagnosis, characterization, and surgical planning. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - February 7, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Abbey J. Winant, Anh-Vu Ngo, Grace S. Phillips, Edward Y. Lee Source Type: research
Advances in Computed Tomography in Thoracic Imaging
Computed tomography (CT) has become an integral imaging modality in the evaluation of thoracic disorders. Currently available multi-detector CTs with volumetric scanning permits 3-dimensional imaging of the chest with multi-planar reconstruction and volumetric display. Rapid scanning with wider coverage is now possible with the use of wide-array multi-detector scanners as well as high pitch helical mode of dual-source CT scanners, which enables motion-free images. Advances such as iterative reconstruction algorithm enable acquisition of high-quality images at low radiation doses. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - February 7, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Asha Kandathil, Fernando Kay, Kiran Batra, Sachin S. Saboo, Prabhakar Rajiah Source Type: research
Advances in Ct in Thoracic Imaging
Computed tomography (CT) has become an integral imaging modality in the evaluation of thoracic disorders. Currently available multi-detector CTs with volumetric scanning permits three-dimensional imaging of the chest with multi-planar reconstruction and volumetric display. Rapid scanning with wider coverage is now possible with the use of wide-array multi-detector scanners as well as high pitch helical mode of dual-source CT scanners, which enables motion-free images. Advances such as iterative reconstruction algorithm enable acquisition of high quality images at low radiation doses. (Source: Seminars in Roentgenology)
Source: Seminars in Roentgenology - February 7, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Asha Kandathil, Fernando Kay, Kiran Batra, Sachin S. Saboo, Prabhakar Rajiah Source Type: research
