Cost containment in the use of low-osmolar contrast agents: effect of guidelines, monitoring, and feedback mechanisms.

abstract：:Clinical prediction rules are multifactorial tools used to aid in clinical decision making. In radiology, clinical prediction rules are an important method for determining who should undergo imaging and, in combination with cost-effectiveness analysis, how imaging should be performed. To be useful, clinical prediction...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Blackmore CC

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To correlate the in vivo hydrogen 1 ((1)H) magnetic resonance (MR) spectroscopic features of the chronic hepatitis-involved liver with the histopathologic stages of fibrosis. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Seventy-five patients with chronic hepatitis were examined with (1)H MR spectroscopy, which was performed in the r...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Cho SG,Kim MY,Kim HJ,Kim YS,Choi W,Shin SH,Hong KC,Kim YB,Lee JH,Suh CH

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors obtained sagittal magnetic resonance (MR) images twice a week from six healthy women during one full menstrual cycle to establish the changes depicted in the uterine layers. Parallel endocrine and ultrasound studies were used to establish the day of ovulation precisely. Consistent changes in the thickness ...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Haynor DR,Mack LA,Soules MR,Shuman WP,Montana MA,Moss AA

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the accuracy of glomerular filtration rate (GFR) measurements obtained with low-contrast agent dose dynamic contrast material-enhanced magnetic resonance (MR) renography in patients with liver cirrhosis who underwent routine liver MR imaging, with urinary clearance of technetium 99m ((99m)Tc) pentetic...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Vivier PH,Storey P,Rusinek H,Zhang JL,Yamamoto A,Tantillo K,Khan U,Lim RP,Babb JS,John D,Teperman LW,Chandarana H,Friedman K,Benstein JA,Skolnik EY,Lee VS

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred and two patients, who were being evaluated for carotid artery disease, were prospectively studied for complications occurring as a result of intravenous digital subtraction angiography (DSA). We recorded the type, number, and outcome of complications and reviewed the amount of contrast material used, along...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Aaron JO,Hesselink JR,Oot R,Jones RL,Davis KR,Taveras JM

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose To quantify the rate of detection of aneurysms at follow-up digital subtraction angiography (DSA) after initial DSA with results negative for aneurysms in subjects with perimesencephalic (PM) nonaneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. Materials and Methods This single-center retrospective study and meta-analysis w...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Potter CA,Fink KR,Ginn AL,Haynor DR

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine diagnostic accuracy of four-channel multi-detector row computed tomography (CT) in emergency room and inpatient populations suspected of having acute pulmonary embolism (PE) who prospectively underwent both CT and pulmonary arteriography (PA). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Patients referred for PA to asse...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Winer-Muram HT,Rydberg J,Johnson MS,Tarver RD,Williams MD,Shah H,Namyslowski J,Conces D,Jennings SG,Ying J,Trerotola SO,Kopecky KK

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To perform and assess the effectiveness of local excision of recurrent tumor followed by postoperative pulse dose rate (PDR) brachytherapy. MATERIALS AND METHODS:From 1994 to 2000, 17 patients who had small recurrent breast carcinomas after initially undergoing breast-conserving therapy (BCT), which included p...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Resch A,Fellner C,Mock U,Handl-Zeller L,Biber E,Seitz W,Pötter R

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Numerous in vitro studies have found that clot formation may occur when blood is mixed directly with nonionic low-osmolality contrast media during angiographic procedures because of activation of hemostasis in the catheter; ionic contrast media, on the other hand, inhibit clot formation. Thirty patients were injected ...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Casalini E

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate fluorine 18 ((18)F) dihydroxyphenylalanine (DOPA) whole-body positron emission tomography (PET) as a biochemical imaging approach for detection of pheochromocytomas. MATERIALS AND METHODS:(18)F DOPA PET and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging were performed in 14 consecutive patients suspected of havin...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Hoegerle S,Nitzsche E,Altehoefer C,Ghanem N,Manz T,Brink I,Reincke M,Moser E,Neumann HP

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To prospectively assess quantitatively the inherent contrast of electromagnetic (EM) properties that can be imaged by using available technology in women with abnormal findings at conventional breast imaging who underwent subsequent biopsy. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The protocol was HIPAA compliant and approved by...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Poplack SP,Tosteson TD,Wells WA,Pogue BW,Meaney PM,Hartov A,Kogel CA,Soho SK,Gibson JJ,Paulsen KD

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifty temporomandibular joints (TMJs) in 30 asymptomatic volunteers were imaged with a 1.5-T magnetic resonance (MR) imaging system to determine (a) the normal range of meniscus position, (b) the best definition of a normal TMJ and criteria to distinguish it from a TMJ with significant internal derangements, (c) the s...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Drace JE,Enzmann DR

更新日期：1990-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the benefit of adding diffusion-weighted (DW) imaging to gadoxetic acid-enhanced magnetic resonance (MR) imaging and MR cholangiopancreatography in the preoperative evaluation of hilar cholangiocarcinoma. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The institutional review board approved this retrospective study and waive...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Park MJ,Kim YK,Lim S,Rhim H,Lee WJ

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This prospective study assesses the contribution of lymphography (LAG), abdominal-pelvic computed tomography (CT), and bone marrow biopsy to the staging and management of 168 consecutive cases of newly diagnosed non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). LAG and/or CT influenced Ann Arbor clinical stage (CS) in 39 patients (23%) and...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Pond GD,Castellino RA,Horning S,Hoppe RT

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Investigational Review Board approved the protocol, and all patients provided signed informed consent. The protocol was compliant with HIPAA. The purpose of the study was to prospectively test the hypothesis that addition of low-dose dobutamine and quantification of inotropic reserve in segments with 1%-50% infarc...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Bove CM,DiMaria JM,Voros S,Conaway MR,Kramer CM

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 15 osteosarcomas and six Ewing sarcomas, response to preoperative chemotherapy was assessed with magnetic resonance (MR) imaging without and with gadolinium diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA) enhancement and with dynamic Gd-DTPA studies, and the results were compared with the scintigraphic findings. All stud...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Erlemann R,Sciuk J,Bosse A,Ritter J,Kusnierz-Glaz CR,Peters PE,Wuisman P

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifty-five liver metastases in 21 patients were treated with interstitial laser photocoagulation (ILP). Tumors were irradiated with a neodymium yttrium aluminum garnet laser via optical fibers passed through 19-gauge needles inserted under ultrasound (US) guidance. Heating of the tumor was evident at real-time US as a...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Amin Z,Donald JJ,Masters A,Kant R,Steger AC,Bown SG,Lees WR

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A device was developed for hysterosalpingography and fallopian tube recanalization. It differs from the previously used vacuum-cup device in that the central shaft slides and has an acorn-shaped tip. Optimal results were obtained in all 14 women (100%) who underwent catheterization with the new device; optimal results...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Thurmond AS,Uchida BT,Rösch J

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three cases of esophagitis caused by oral medication are reported: 2 were the result of prolonged use of quinidine tablets (producing focal subacute inflammation mimicking carcinoma in one and stricture in the other) and one occurred soon after ingestion of liquid KCl. Previous reports have implicated KCl tablets ("sl...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Teplick JG,Teplick SK,Ominsky SH,Haskin ME

更新日期：1980-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To identify mechanism(s) responsible for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). MATERIALS AND METHODS:At dynamic gadolinium-enhanced magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, the enhancement pattern of the sagittal section of the median nerve in 10 wrists of nine patients with CTS (two men and seven women, aged 43-60 years [mea...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Sugimoto H,Miyaji N,Ohsawa T

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the accuracy of technetium-99m sestamibi as a single agent in the detection and localization of hyperfunctioning parathyroid tissue in patients who underwent prior neck exploration or who otherwise are high surgical risks. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirty-nine patients with hyperparathyroidism underwen...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Lee VS,Wilkinson RH Jr,Leight GS Jr,Coogan AC,Coleman RE

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To clarify the angiographic findings of the posterior circulation in patients with moyamoya disease. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Seventy-six patients with idiopathic moyamoya disease were studied with conventional angiography. The angiographic findings were reviewed for steno-occlusive lesions, collateral vessels, a...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Yamada I,Himeno Y,Suzuki S,Matsushima Y

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The computed tomographic findings in a patient with lead encephalopathy are described. The predominantly unilateral abnormalities and the clinical history were suggestive of a cerebral tumor. ...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Hungerford GD,Ross P,Robertson HJ

更新日期：1977-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate if magnetic resonance (MR) enteroclysis can be performed routinely and to compare MR enteroclysis findings with those of conventional enteroclysis or surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS:MR enteroclysis was prospectively performed in 30 patients with symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease or small-bow...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Umschaden HW,Szolar D,Gasser J,Umschaden M,Haselbach H

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to determine the relative biological effectiveness (RBE) of various low- and high-LET radiotherapy beams of low coses, LAF1 mice were exposed to one dose and 10 equally fractionated doses of 60Co gamma rays, 137Cs gamma rays, 4-MeV x rays, 300-kVp x rays, helium ions in the plateau and Bragg-peak region, and ...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Fu KK,Phillips TL,Heilbron DC,Ross G,Kane LJ

更新日期：1979-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two cases of leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava showed a high degree of obstruction of the inferior cava, enlarged local arteries supplying the lesion, neovascularity, and a marked parenchymal blush. Collateral veins bridge the obstruction. ...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Tegtmeyer CJ,Buschi A

更新日期：1977-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate resonant circuits as markers for magnetic resonance (MR) imaging-guided placement of nitinol stents. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The study was approved by the institutional animal research committee and complied with National Institutes of Health guidelines for care and use of laboratory animals. Resonan...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Kuehne T,Weiss S,Brinkert F,Weil J,Yilmaz S,Schmitt B,Ewert P,Lange P,Gutberlet M

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors reviewed the accuracy of stereotaxic fine-needle aspiration cytology in prediction of the presence of cancer. Seventy-four nonpalpable breast cancers and 144 benign lesions were studied. The rate of obtaining an inadequate sample was 8.1% for cancers and 20.8% for benign lesions. None of the cytology repor...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Ciatto S,Rosselli Del Turco M,Bravetti P

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The CT appearance of the adrenal glands was investigated in 30 patients with congenital renal anomalies (17 cases of unilateral renal agenesis, 11 of inferior ectopy, and 2 of crossed fused ectopy). The ipsilateral adrenal was clearly identified in 83% of these patients; in all of them, the adrenal was a paraspinal di...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Kenney PJ,Robbins GL,Ellis DA,Spirt BA

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Radiologic evaluation of frontal sinus fractures is instrumental in determining the need for surgery. Computed tomography (CT) is an excellent modality for evaluation of frontal sinus trauma, particularly for anterior and posterior wall fractures. However, fractures of the nasofrontal duct are more difficult to deline...

journal_title：Radiology

authors： Harris L,Marano GD,McCorkle D

更新日期：1987-10-01 00:00:00