abstract：:Appendicitis can be a difficult clinical diagnosis to make. A negative appendicectomy rate of 20% has traditionally been accepted as the consequences of appendiceal perforation can be grave. Cross-sectional imaging is increasingly being employed in the investigation of adults with suspected appendicitis. This review w...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Whitley S,Sookur P,McLean A,Power N

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate whether it is possible to reduce the radiation dose during video fluoroscopic feeding studies below the current 30 frames/s (continuous fluoroscopy). METHODS:Ten consecutive children who had supraglottic penetration while swallowing barium were evaluated as part of a video fluoroscopic feeding study...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Cohen MD

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The common femoral artery is commonly used as arterial access for a wide range of radiological and cardiological procedures. Pseudoaneurysm formation is the most common arterial complication of femoral artery catheterization, and is diagnosed using colour Doppler ultrasound. Ultrasound-guided thrombin injection has re...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Ahmad F,Turner SA,Torrie P,Gibson M

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Recent protein expression profiling of breast cancer has identified specific subtypes with clinical, biological, and therapeutic implications. The aim of this study was to identify the mammographic correlates of these novel molecular classes of invasive breast cancer. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The mammographic finding...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Taneja S,Evans AJ,Rakha EA,Green AR,Ball G,Ellis IO

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To establish whether non-contrast enhanced computed tomography (NCCT) renders the kidneys-ureters-bladder (KUB) radiograph redundant as the initial imaging investigation for suspected acute ureteric colic. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The imaging investigations for 120 patients consecutively admitted to an emergency depa...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Kennish SJ,Bhatnagar P,Wah TM,Bush S,Irving HC

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To describe the computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings that differentiate solid pseudopapillary carcinomas (SPC) from benign solid pseudopapillary tumours (SPT) of the pancreas. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Preoperative CT or MRI images for 26 patients (eight patients with SPC and 18 patie...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Lee JH,Yu JS,Kim H,Kim JK,Kim TH,Kim KW,Park MS,Kim JH,Kim YB,Park C

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To report the outcomes of elective and emergency embolization of renal angiomyolipoma and describe an angiographic sign that will help localize the symptomatic aneurysm in emergency cases. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A retrospective review of all patients undergoing embolization of renal angiomyolipoma at a two centres...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Lenton J,Kessel D,Watkinson AF

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultrasound is a routine investigation for the assessment of scrotal masses. Many of the detected lesions involve the paratesticular structures. The most common paratesticular masses in clinical practice are epididymal cysts and spermatoceles, but there are a large number of other pathologies that can be encountered an...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Smart JM,Jackson EK,Redman SL,Rutherford EE,Dewbury KC

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the value of magnetic resonance (MR) diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) and apparent diffusion coefficients (ADC) maps in the diagnosis of intraparenchymal epidermoid cysts (ECs). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Six cases of histopathologically proven intraparenchymal ECs were studied. All patients were examined w...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Hu XY,Hu CH,Fang XM,Cui L,Zhang QH

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the presence of fatty infiltrate in the cervical extensor musculature in patients with insidious-onset neck pain to better understand the possible pathophysiology underlying such changes in chronic whiplash-associated disorders (WAD). MATERIALS AND METHODS:A sample of convenience of 23 women with pe...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Elliott J,Sterling M,Noteboom JT,Darnell R,Galloway G,Jull G

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Solid-state, digital radiography (DR) detectors, designed specifically for standard projection radiography, emerged just before the turn of the millennium. This new generation of digital image detector comprises a thin layer of x-ray absorptive material combined with an electronic active matrix array fabricated in a t...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Cowen AR,Kengyelics SM,Davies AG

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess whether patients taking aspirin were more likely to experience bleeding complications after transrectal ultrasound (TRUS)-guided prostate biopsy. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Three hundred and eighty-seven patients taking aspirin who underwent prostate biopsy over a 3.5 year period and 731 patients not taking a...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Halliwell OT,Yadegafar G,Lane C,Dewbury KC

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The primary aim of this prospective pilot study was to determine if the administration of intravenous secretin prior to contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) improves pancreatic enhancement and pancreatic tumor conspicuity. The second aim was to determine the optimal timing for secretin administration prio...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： O'Connell AM,Lyon SM,O'Sullivan P,Given MF,Morrin M,Lee MJ

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To estimate the sensitivity and specificity of computed tomography (CT) for the diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in patients with suspected DVT and pulmonary embolus (PE). MATERIALS AND METHODS:A search of the medical literature and citation lists was undertaken, and selected studies comparing CT to a refer...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Thomas SM,Goodacre SW,Sampson FC,van Beek EJ

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the diagnostic and differential diagnostic values of dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (DCE MRI) in prostatic diseases, and to investigate the correlation between the parameters of SI-T curves and angiogenesis. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Twenty-one patients with proven prostatic carcin...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Ren J,Huan Y,Wang H,Chang YJ,Zhao HT,Ge YL,Liu Y,Yang Y

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of renal cell carcinoma is increasing and image-guided radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is emerging as a safe and effective primary treatment. Therefore, it is essential for radiologists to appreciate the varied computed tomography (CT) imaging features following RFA. Prompt recognition of residual or recur...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Rutherford EE,Cast JE,Breen DJ

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To perform a retrospective review of all the conventional radiographic and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies performed in patients with early postoperative pain following cobalt-chrome metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty. METHODS:A retrospective review of the radiology, surgical findings and histology in ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Toms AP,Marshall TJ,Cahir J,Darrah C,Nolan J,Donell ST,Barker T,Tucker JK

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Radiological imaging is progressing towards an all-digital future, across the spectrum of medical imaging techniques. Computed radiography (CR) has provided a ready pathway from screen film to digital radiography and a convenient entry point to PACS. This review briefly revisits the principles of modern CR systems and...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Cowen AR,Davies AG,Kengyelics SM

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To demonstrate the detailed imaging characteristics of early tuberculous meningitis (TBM) and changes over time on standard gadolinium-enhanced, T1-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) images. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Contrast-enhanced, T1-weighted, spin-echo MRI images of 26 patients with early TBM were evaluat...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Oztoprak I,Gümüs C,Oztoprak B,Engin A

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paraneoplastic syndromes are a heterogeneous group of disease presentations caused by underlying tumours. As they are non-metastatic in nature an intensive diagnostic evaluation is warranted to identify potentially curable lesions. The selection of the appropriate method of imaging is important in these cases, especia...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Rutherford GC,Dineen RA,O'Connor A

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A wide spectrum of congenital and acquired abnormalities can affect the superior vena cava (SVC). Congenital anomalies can present either as incidental findings or be associated with underlying cardiac abnormalities; these include left-sided or double SVCs and anomalous venous drainages. Acquired conditions involving ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Burney K,Young H,Barnard SA,McCoubrie P,Darby M

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To measure the normal distances (and range) from the tip of the odontoid peg to the different reference skull baselines (Chamberlain's, McGregor's, and McRae's line) using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). MATERIALS AND METHODS:We retrospectively evaluated midline sagittal MRI brain images of 200 adults chosen ran...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Cronin CG,Lohan DG,Mhuircheartigh JN,Meehan CP,Murphy JM,Roche C

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis (SEP) is a serious complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD) characterized by thickened peritoneal membranes, which lead to decreased ultra-filtration and intestinal obstruction. Its early clinical features are nonspecific, and it is often diagnosed late following laparotomy and per...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： George C,Al-Zwae K,Nair S,Cast JE

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the frequency, clinical significance, and outcome of small-bowel intussusceptions in adults detected using ultrasound in an outpatient setting. PATIENTS AND METHODS:In two different retrospective (January 2001 to April 2003) and prospective (May 2003 to June 2005) periods, 33 small-bowel intussuscep...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Maconi G,Radice E,Greco S,Bezzio C,Bianchi Porro G

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traditionally echocardiography has been the method of choice for the evaluation of pericardial and cardiac lesions. However, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provide a large field of view and excellent images of anatomy not available with echocardiography. In addition, CT and MRI demonstra...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Kim JS,Kim HH,Yoon Y

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) depicts in exquisite detail the supporting structures of the posteromedial corner of the knee. This musculoligamentous unit plays a central role as a dynamic stabilizer of the knee joint and the recognition of injury to the posteromedial corner carries important implications in terms o...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： House CV,Connell DA,Saifuddin A

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To test the performance of computed tomography angiography "source images" (CTA-SI) versus unenhanced CT (NCCT) for stroke detection and extent using the Alberta Stroke Programme Early CT Score (ASPECTS), and examine the effect of experience and clinical history. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Studies of 23 consecutive pat...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Aviv RI,Shelef I,Malam S,Chakraborty S,Sahlas DJ,Tomlinson G,Symons S,Fox AJ

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To describe the imaging features of inferior mesenteric vein (IMV)-inferior vena cava (IVC) shunts, and to describe a treatment strategy for portosystemic encephalopathy, which can be caused by them. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Between 2000 and 2004, we treated seven patients who had symptomatic IMV-IVC shunts. The resu...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Matsumoto S,Mori H,Sagara Y,Kiyosue H,Tanoue S

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess whether there are differences in the pathological features or survival between the new National Health Service Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) interval cancer classification system category of type 1 interval cancers, and the previously used, separate categories of occult, unclassified, and true inter...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Porter GJ,Evans AJ,Burrell HC,Lee AH,Chakrabarti J

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the use of a phantom system to help teach the basic techniques of accurate CT-guided needle placement, thereby avoiding the risks associated with teaching on patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Gelatine phantoms with five, 1.9 cm embedded spherical wooden targets were constructed. Four trainee operators pe...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Dimmick S,Jones M,Challen J,Iedema J,Wattuhewa U,Coucher J

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate patterns of disease and identify factors predicting outcome in patients presenting with recurrent endometrial adenocarcinoma following primary surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A retrospective review was performed of the imaging and clinical data in 86 patients (median age 66 years, range 42-88 years) pre...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Sohaib SA,Houghton SL,Meroni R,Rockall AG,Blake P,Reznek RH

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To quantify the volume of bone marrow oedema surrounding focal bone lesions and to identify its relevance relative to diagnosis. METHODS:Three hundred and eighty-eight of 1456 patients included in the orthopaedic oncology database who underwent magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) demonstrated bone marrow oedema and w...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： James SL,Hughes RJ,Ali KE,Saifuddin A

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess the efficacy of polyethylene glycol solution as an oral contrast agent in a patient population. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Patients were fasted from 12.00 am. Administration of the oral contrast medium commenced 15 min before imaging and comprised one sachet of Norgine (Klean-prep, Middlesex, UK) reconstituted...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： McKenna DA,Roche CJ,Murphy JM,McCarthy PA

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the follow-up protocol for interval assessment of patients following radical nephrectomy for renal cell cancer and to compare them with the recommendations proposed in the literature. METHODS:Consultant urologists across Britain and Ireland completed a postal questionnaire. One follow-up mailing was u...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Basu S,Biyani CS,Sundaram SK,Spencer J

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Imaging plays a significant role in the detection, characterization and treatment of hepatic infections. Infectious diseases of the liver include pyogenic and amoebic abscesses and parasitic, fungal, viral and granulomatous infections. With increases in worldwide travel, immunosuppression and changing population demog...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Doyle DJ,Hanbidge AE,O'Malley ME

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To review the computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and cholangiographic findings of chemotherapy-induced sclerosing cholangitis (CISC). METHODS:Between January 1995 and December 2004, 11 patients in the endoscopic retrograde cholangiography database were identified with CISC. Twelve CT, four ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Sandrasegaran K,Alazmi WM,Tann M,Fogel EL,McHenry L,Lehman GA

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Training in interventional radiology (IR) relies on a traditional apprenticeship; to protect patients, expert supervision is mandatory until knowledge, attitudes and practical skills have been certified as satisfactory. However, the current quality of IR training is threatened by reduced time for trainees to learn, as...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Gould DA,Kessel DO,Healey AE,Johnson SJ,Lewandowski WE

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate spreading patterns of necrotizing external otitis (NEO) by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and to identify spreading patterns related to a poor outcome. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Fourteen patients with NEO were divided into good and poor outcome groups according to their final clinical outcomes. Initial M...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Kwon BJ,Han MH,Oh SH,Song JJ,Chang KH

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is the fifth in the series of short reviews of internet-based radiological learning resources and will focus on gastrointestinal (GI) and hepatobiliary radiology. Below are details of a few of the higher quality resources currently available. Most of the sites cater for medical students and trainee or non-special...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Graham RN,Perriss RW,Scarsbrook AF

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Benign primary tumours of the ribs are rare and may be identified during the investigation of a clinically suspected abnormality or as an incidental finding. This review describes the spectrum of benign tumours that can involve the rib and illustrates the radiographic, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Hughes EK,James SL,Butt S,Davies AM,Saifuddin A

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00