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abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:No single method is generally accepted for evaluating the accuracy of breast biopsy techniques before their clinical implementation. The purpose of this study was to test a new process for evaluating biopsy techniques by using it in the evaluation of a prototype three-dimensional ultrasound (US...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Smith WL,Surry KJ,Kumar A,McCurdy L,Downey DB,Fenster A

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to evaluate our preliminary experience with routine contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance angiography (CE-MRA) of the lower limb arteries in patients with end-stage renal failure. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A retrospective analysis was performed on clinical, physiologic...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Perriss R,Løkkegaard H,Løgager V,Chabanova E,Thomsen HS

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Severe calcifications of the coronary arteries are still a major challenge in coronary computed tomography (CT) angiography (CCTA). Subtraction CCTA using a 320-detector row CT scanner has recently been introduced for patients with severe calcifications. However, the conventional subtraction CC...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Yoshioka K,Tanaka R,Nagata K,Sasaki T,Takeda K,Ueda T,Sugawara T,Ueyama Y,Chiba T,Sasaki A,Kikuchi K

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Catheter ablation of the cavotricuspid isthmus (CTI) is an effective treatment of right atrial flutter. The objective of this study was to evaluate the changes in CTI length and right atrial (RA) function after radiofrequency ablation of isthmus-dependent atrial flutter (isthmus ablation). MAT...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Ozgun M,Kirchhof P,Bunck AC,Heindel W,Eckardt L,Maintz D

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:To assess computed tomographic (CT) signs that have been described in published studies for the diagnosis of appendicitis to identify independent findings that predict appendicitis. METHODS AND MATERIALS:A retrospective database search identified 67 patients with a CT scan of the abdomen/pelvi...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Ives EP,Sung S,McCue P,Durrani H,Halpern EJ

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Improvements in imaging technology have led to the increased use of computed tomography (CT). For example, micro-CT and quantitative CT (QCT) are now often used in osteoporosis research, in which micro-CT is able to analyze small bones or bone samples with high spatial resolution. In contrast, ...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Sehmisch S,Dullin C,Zaroban A,Tezval M,Rack T,Schmelz U,Seidlova-Wuttke D,Dunkelberg H,Wuttke W,Marten K,Stuermer KM,Stuermer EK

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to determine the optimal arterial phase delay for computed tomography imaging of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) before and after transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) using a low iodine dose protocol. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of 39 patients with known HCC were i...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Saake M,Lell MM,Eller A,Wuest W,Heinz M,Uder M,Schmid A

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Blooming artifact from calcified plaques often renders measurement of stenosis impossible on coronary computed tomographic angiography (CTA). We sought to evaluate the impact of modifying window level on reducing blooming artifact, and its impact on stenosis quantification. MATERIALS AND METHO...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Shmilovich H,Cheng VY,Dey D,Rajani R,Nakazato R,Otaki Y,Nakanishi R,Vashistha V,Min JK,Berman DS

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Some deep pelvic abscesses are not accessible through anterior or lateral approaches because of the presence of organs and structures. The objective of this study was to assess the feasibility, safety, tolerability, and efficacy of a percutaneous presacral space approach by reviewing our clinic...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Peng T,Dong L,Zhu Z,Cui J,Li Q,Li X,Wu H,Wang C,Yang Z

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The authors' purpose was to search the inversion time (TI) values that enable the best differentiation of fine structures in gray matter (gray-gray differentiation). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Seven healthy adult volunteers with no history of neurologic disease or head trauma were recruited and gav...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Nakamura H,Yamada K,Kizu O,Ito H,Nishimura T

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST) is a standardized methodology for determining therapeutic response to anticancer therapy using changes in lesion appearance on imaging studies. Many radiologists are now using RECIST in their routine clinical workflow, as part of consultative arrangements, or withi...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Abramson RG,McGhee CR,Lakomkin N,Arteaga CL

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Innovation in the field of diagnostic imaging is based primarily on the availability of new and improved equipment that opens the door for new clinical applications. Payments for these imaging procedures are subject to complex Medicare price control schemes, affecting incentives for appropriate use and innovation. Ach...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Garrison LP Jr,Bresnahan BW,Higashi MK,Hollingworth W,Jarvik JG

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The authors developed a computerized method for delineating the costophrenic angles in digital posteroanterior chest radiographs to derive quantitative information that allows for detection of abnormal blunting of the costophrenic angle. MATERIALS AND METHODS:An automated lung-segmentation sch...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Armato SG 3rd,Giger ML,MacMahon H

更新日期：1998-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The aims of this study were to review the role of a quality information program (QUIP) as a semiautomated educational feedback mechanism and to review common errors in cross-sectional abdominal and pelvic studies as an initiative for continuing medical education and improving patient care. MAT...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Kielar AZ,McInnes M,Quan M,O'Sullivan J

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Pathogenic mutations in some genes elevate women's breast cancer risk, necessitating risk-reduction strategies. Unfortunately, women are underscreened for cancer risk, and when identified as potentially high risk, women seldom pursue genetic counseling or testing. To improve cancer risk managem...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Loving VA,Luiten RC,Siettmann JM,Mina LA

更新日期：2020-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The authors compared diagnostic accuracy and callback rates with conventional screen-film mammograms and wavelet-compressed digitized images. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Sixty sets of mammograms (four views per case) were digitized at a spatial resolution of 100 microm. The images were wavelet compr...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Powell KA,Mallasch PG,Obuchowski NA,Kerczewski RJ,Ganobcik SN,Cardenosa G,Chilcote W

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to determine the acquisition and interpretation times of screen-film mammography and soft-copy digital mammography in a diagnostic mammography center. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The study was conducted in three phases for patients presenting for clinical diagnostic wor...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Kuzmiak CM,Cole E,Zeng D,Kim E,Koomen M,Lee Y,Pavic D,Pisano ED

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Surgical repair of an isolated orbital fracture requires anatomically accurate implant shape and placement. We describe a three-dimensional (3D) printing technique to customize the shape of commercially available absorbable implants. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We reviewed our early experience with ...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Weadock WJ,Heisel CJ,Kahana A,Kim J

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to compare the performance of various image-based metrics computed from thoracic high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) with data from pulmonary function testing (PFT) in characterizing interstitial lung disease (ILD) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Song G,Mortani Barbosa E Jr,Tustison N,Gefter WB,Kreider M,Gee JC,Torigian DA

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Urinary calculi are now commonly detected with helical computed tomography (CT), and it has been proposed that stone composition can be determined from CT attenuation values. However, typical scans are made with a beam collimation of 5 mm or more, resulting in volume averaging and reduction in ...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Williams JC Jr,Saw KC,Monga AG,Chua GT,Lingeman JE,McAteer JA

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:To determine whether quantitative dynamic contrast-enhanced (DCE) and diffusion-weighted (DW) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features can discriminate malignant from benign axillary lymph nodes (ALNs) identified as suspicious on clinical breast MRI in patients newly diagnosed with breast canc...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Rahbar H,Conlin JL,Parsian S,DeMartini WB,Peacock S,Lehman CD,Partridge SC

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:An automated method for identification and segmentation of acute/subacute ischemic stroke, using the inherent bi-fold symmetry in brain images, is presented. An accurate and automated method for localization of acute ischemic stroke could provide physicians with a mechanism for early detection ...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Liu SX,Imielinska C,Laine A,Millar WS,Connolly ES,D'Ambrosio AL

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:Current imaging procedures of the lung concentrate on visualization of morphology. Computed tomography is the imaging method of choice for the majority of pulmonary diseases. Functional data are commonly obtained from arterial blood gas analysis, spirometry, and body plethysmography, which all ...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Gast KK,Eberle B,Schmiedeskamp J,Kauczor HU

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:We tested deployment feasibility and intraarterial biocompatibility of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) self-expandable vascular stents in a porcine peripheral artery model. METHODS:To assess the thrombogenicity and neointimal response to oversized PET self-expandable stents, we implanted 10 s...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： De Scheerder IK,Wilczek KV,Verbeken EV,Barios L,Piessens J,De Geest H

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:To determine graduating medical students' perceptions of radiology and to document changes in their perceptions since they entered medical school. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A survey questionnaire was distributed to 213 graduating students. Questions were similar to those answered by the same group...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Kazerooni EA,Blane CE,Schlesinger AE,Vydareny KH

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVE:Radiology faces a severe and growing shortage of radiologic technologists. One way of redressing this problem is to improve the quality of education provided to radiologic technology students. Yet growing clinical demands increasingly erode faculty time for teaching. This study examined whether ...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Gunderman RB,Fraley R,Jackson V,Robinson S,Williamson K

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:To evaluate conspicuity of screen-detected cancers on two-dimensional synthetic mammography (SM) reconstructed from digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) compared to two-dimensional full field digital mammography (FFDM). MATERIALS AND METHODS:IRB-approved retrospective review of consecutive scree...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Chikarmane SA,Yeh ED,Wang A,Ratanaprasatporn L,Giess CS

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to determine textural features that show a significant difference between carcinomatous tissue and the bladder wall on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and explore the feasibility of using them to differentiate malignancy from the normal bladder wall as an initial ...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Shi Z,Yang Z,Zhang G,Cui G,Xiong X,Liang Z,Lu H

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cryoablation is one of several minimally invasive treatments that may be suitable for a targeted treatment of prostate cancer. Because efficacy is improved when a sufficiently cold end temperature is reached, the purpose of this work was to demonstrate an image-based thermometry method that could provide temperature m...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Wansapura JP,Daniel BL,Vigen KK,Butts K

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to develop a pulmonary nodule viewing system to visualize and retrieve data from the Lung Image Database Consortium. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The pulmonary nodule viewing system, developed using Microsoft C++ and the .NET 2.0 Framework, is composed of a clinical informat...

journal_title：Academic radiology

authors： Lin H,Chen Z,Wang W

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00