abstract：AIM:To present our experience using intravenous sedoanalgesia for percutaneous biliary drainage. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This study comprised 100 patients, all of whom were continuously monitored [electrocardiogram (ECG), blood pressure, pulse oxymetry] and received an initial dose of 2mg midazolam followed by 0.02 mg f...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Hatzidakis AA,Charonitakis E,Athanasiou A,Tsetis D,Chlouverakis G,Papamastorakis G,Roussopoulou G,Gourtsoyiannis NC

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the prevalence of radiological anatomy teaching in modern medical curricula. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The present paper details a survey carried out amongst 21 medical schools in the U.K. and Ireland to determine the variability of the inclusion of radiological anatomy in their different curricula. RESU...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Mitchell BS,Williams JE

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has the potential to assess inguinal lymph nodes more accurately than palpation and less invasively than surgical exploration. The objective of this study was to measure the accuracy of MRI in identifying inguinal metastases by demonstrating abnormal lymph node morphology. MATERIAL...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Hawnaur JM,Reynolds K,Wilson G,Hillier V,Kitchener HC

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-invasive CT coronary artery imaging has previously had little relevance to most UK radiologists due to the limited availability of electron beam CT scanners. Major advances in CT technology have promoted new applications for helical CT, which include cardiac imaging. Widespread installation of 'multislice' helical...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Morgan-Hughes GJ,Marshall AJ,Roobottom CA

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the accuracy and therapeutic success of localisation of impalpable breast lesions by hookwire with additional lesion marking with carbon suspension to mark screen detected abnormalities requiring surgical excision. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Retrospective review of all breast localisation procedures perfor...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Moss HA,Barter SJ,Nayagam M,Lawrence D,Pittam M

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report the computed tomography (CT) features of afferent loop syndrome which is often clinically unsuspected. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The CT studies of five patients with afferent loop syndrome were reviewed. These patients had undergone gastroenterostomy and other surgical procedures, for malignant neoplas...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Gayer G,Barsuk D,Hertz M,Apter S,Zissin R

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this review the imaging features of a range of parotid lesions are presented and the roles of ultrasound (US), computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the assessment of parotid disease are discussed. ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Howlett DC,Kesse KW,Hughes DV,Sallomi DF

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To describe the computed tomography (CT) findings in pseudomyxoma peritonei. MATERIALS AND METHOD:Two observers independently and retrospectively reviewed the CT images of 17 consecutive patients (nine women, eight men, mean age 53 years) with histologically proven pseudomyxoma peritonei. RESULTS:Six patients had...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Sulkin TV,O'Neill H,Amin AI,Moran B

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the contribution which addition of pelvic computed tomography venography (CTV) to a standard CT pulmonary angiography (CTPA) imaging protocol makes to a definitive diagnosis of thromboembolic disease. MATERIALS AND METHODS:One hundred and six consecutive patients over the age of 55 years referred for (...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Walsh G,Redmond S

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine pre-operative MRI accuracy in assessing local disease extent in recurrent/residual pelvic bowel cancer by comparing MRI assessment and staging examination under anaesthesia (EUA), with laparotomy/histopathological findings. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Twenty-seven consecutive patients with recurrent (n ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Robinson P,Carrington BM,Swindell R,Shanks JH,O'dwyer ST

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) are increasingly used as a route of chemotherapy administration. Our aims were to assess a collaborative approach to PICC placement, with radiological support for a nurse led line insertion service in a minority of cases, and to determine whether PICC provided a safe a...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Barber JM,Booth DM,King JA,Chakraverty S

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The purpose of our study was to describe radiological manifestations of tuberculosis in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Chest radiographs and CTs of 12 patients with tuberculosis among 195 consecutive patients with myelodysplastic syndrome, proved by bone marrow biopsy, were reviewed...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Kim HC,Goo JM,Kim HB,Lee JW,Seo JB,Im JG

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To demonstrate the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) appearances of intact and ruptured Trilucent TM implants with imaging and surgical correlation. The appearances of the implant transponder artefact are also described MATERIALS AND METHODS:A retrospective review of the MRI findings in 34 patients with bilateral s...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Elson EM,Jones A,King R,Chapman P,Stanek J,Irvine AT,Bingham JB

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:This review considers the process of contracting for a picture archiving and communication system (PACS) using the private finance initiative (PFI) managed service route. The PFI process is reviewed and the advantages and disadvantages of a managed service detailed. During contract negotiations several areas...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Pilling JR

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Craniosynostosis, caused by premature fusion of the sutures, may be syndromic or non-syndromic. Radiology has an important role to play in the assessment, management and follow-up of these patients. Initial investigations may often be undertaken within general radiology departments. An understanding of the terminology...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Aviv RI,Rodger E,Hall CM

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate a diagnostic protocol incorporating helical computed tomographic pulmonary angiography (CTPA) and lung perfusion scintigraphy in the detection or exclusion of pulmonary embolism (PE) in routine clinical practice. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A prospective observational study of 808 consecutive patients with s...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Wilson HT,Meagher TM,Williams SJ

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe 27 cases of bone tumours or tumour-like lesions where there was spontaneous regression. The follow-up period was 2.8-16.7 years (average, 7.0 years). Fourteen of these cases were no longer visible on plain radiographs. Histological diagnosis included exostosis, eosinophilic granuloma, fibrous dysplasia, fi...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Yanagawa T,Watanabe H,Shinozaki T,Ahmed AR,Shirakura K,Takagishi K

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Breast screening radiologists are under considerable pressure to maximize cancer detection and minimize the number of interval cancers. This study used screening films, previously reported as normal, taken before the development of an interval cancer. The aim was to determine the sensitivity and specificity of the ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Garvican L,Field S

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Oral contrast media are commonly given prior to computed tomography (CT) examination of the upper abdomen. Although positive oral contrast media are normally used, there is increasing interest in using negative agents such as water and less commonly fat density products. The aim of this study was to compare a posit...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Ramsay DW,Markham DH,Morgan B,Rodgers PM,Liddicoat AJ

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mycobacterial infection is re-emerging as a major health care concern. Although Mycobacterium tuberculosis(MTB) is still the most important pathogen, atypical mycobacterium (AMB) infections are becoming increasingly common. We present a pictorial review of the imaging features of these infections in the chest, abdomen...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Koh DM,Bell JR,Burkill GJ,Padley SP,Healy JC

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To describe the optimum conditions for successful free-hand ultrasound guided intervention using an in-vitro experiment. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Optimal free-hand biopsy conditions were determined using targets buried in a purpose-built interventional phantom. The needle/probe distance and probe/phantom surface ang...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Bradley MJ

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To analyse sensitivity, specificity and complication rate of endoscopy, and barium enema for the detection of colorectal neoplasia. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A MEDLINE search was performed (1980-2000) directed at the endoscopic and radiologic literature on barium enema. Articles were selected based on the type of stud...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： de Zwart IM,Griffioen G,Shaw MP,Lamers CB,de Roos A

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess the diagnostic value of spinal ultrasound in cloacal exstrophy, a caudal malformation which is associated with spinal dysraphism, and to assess the prevalence of spinal dysraphism in cloacal exstrophy. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Ten infants under 1 year old with cloacal exstrophy underwent spinal ultrasound a...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Dick EA,de Bruyn R,Patel K,Owens CM

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Post-arthroplasty knee pain is common and clinically it can be difficult to identify those patients with complications requiring active treatment. The aim of this study was to determine the usefulness of(99)Tc(m)-MDP bone scintigraphy. METHOD:A retrospective study of all patients having a(99)Tc(m)-MDP bone scintig...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Smith SL,Wastie ML,Forster I

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To show how currently described techniques confuse interpretation of Doppler indices in lymph node characterization. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The Doppler indices [resistivity index (RI) and pulsatility index (PI)] were obtained in 35 malignant lymph nodes by colour duplex sonography. Each node was sampled at eight di...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Ho SS,Metreweli C,Ahuja AT

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Widespread use of MRI now allows the routine identification of previously unevaluated traumatic bone marrow oedema and haemorrhage. Similar marrow oedema is identified in patients with tumours, hyperaemia and medullary congestion. Patterns and extent of traumatic bone marrow oedema and haemorrhage are dictated by mech...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Eustace S,Keogh C,Blake M,Ward RJ,Oder PD,Dimasi M

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To establish a "one-stop" dysphagia service in which a consultation, barium swallow and endoscopy can all be performed in the same hospital visit. MATERIALS AND METHODS:In order to allow both barium swallow examination and endoscopy to be performed on the same day, a novel technique for clearing barium from the up...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Mitchell J,Farrow R,Hussaini SH,Dalton HR

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To compare the accuracy of ultrasound and two magnetic resonance (MR) angiographic techniques with catheter angiography in assessing atherosclerosis at the carotid bifurcation. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Forty patients with symptomatic carotid stenosis were studied by Doppler ultrasound, time-of-flight MR angiography, ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Johnson MB,Wilkinson ID,Wattam J,Venables GS,Griffiths PD

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:PURPOSE: To determine whether it is possible to select patients with obstructive hydrocephalus, in the under 1 age group for endoscopic third ventriculocisternostomy (ETV) using pre-operative T2 weighted turbo spin echo (T2W-TSE) sagittal sequence Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging; and to assess ventriculocisternostomy ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Sharman A

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to examine the spectrum of spinal canal disease in patients with known malignancy using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). MATERIALS AND METHODS:One hundred and fifty-five patients underwent a total of 159 spinal MRI examinations over a three-year period. Patients were examined using a 1.0...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Loughrey GJ,Collins CD,Todd SM,Brown NM,Johnson RJ

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To compare the performance of a direct digital mammography system with normal-view and magnified-view conventional screen-film methods using quality control phantoms. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Using a Siemens Mammomat((R))3000 and an Opdima((R))digital spot imaging and biopsy attachment, film and direct digital images...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Undrill PE,O'Kane AD,Gilbert FJ

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:The aim of this retrospective study was to assess the relative efficacy of plain abdominal radiographs and detailed renal tract ultrasound (US) examination in the diagnosis and follow-up of children with renal tract calculi. METHODS:The records and imaging studies of 28 paediatric patients who had presented with ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Smith SL,Somers JM,Broderick N,Halliday K

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To analyse reasons for and the nature of clinico-radiological contacts and their clinical impact. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Three different surveys were performed. (1) Data concerning contacts between staff radiologists (n = 20) and clinicians during 10 consecutive working days were collected; (2) staff clinicians (n ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Dalla Palma L,Stacul F,Meduri S,Geitung JT

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To determine if the number of flecks of calcification retrieved at stereotaxic core needle biopsy or the number of core samples obtained containing calcification are related to biopsy sensitivity, and to determine how many calcifications or cores containing calcification the radiologist should aim to retrieve when...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Bagnall MJ,Evans AJ,Wilson AR,Burrell H,Pinder SE,Ellis IO

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To compare assessment by MR excretory urography (MREU), Doppler ultrasound and isotope renography of women with symptomatic hydronephrosis in pregnancy and to define its cause. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Eleven women at 19-34 weeks of gestation were studied prospectively with gadolinium-enhanced breath-hold gradient ec...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Spencer JA,Tomlinson AJ,Weston MJ,Lloyd SN

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The accuracy of bone scintigraphy in diagnosing symptomatic accessory navicular bones has not been well studied. We conducted a retrospective study to explore the results and use of scintigraphy in symptomatic and asymptomatic accessory navicular bones. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirteen patients with a total of 13 sy...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Chiu NT,Jou IM,Lee BF,Yao WJ,Tu DG,Wu PS

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to assess the CT manifestations of bronchocentric granulomatosis. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:The CT results of five patients with bronchocentric granulomatosis were retrospectively analysed. The patients ranged from 20 to 72 years of age and included three men and two women. The diagnosis of br...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Ward S,Heyneman LE,Flint JD,Leung AN,Kazerooni EA,Müller NL

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Inflammatory abdominal aortic aneurysms (IAAA) are a variant of abdominal aortic aneurysms, which are associated with an increased morbidity. The diagnosis of IAAA has traditionally been established with a combination of clinical and laboratory findings together with contrast enhanced CT. There is a high incidence ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Wallis F,Roditi GH,Redpath TW,Weir J,Cross KS,Smith FW

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:A number of imaging techniques have been used for the pre-operative assessment of patients for lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS). We evaluated whether data currently acquired from perfusion scintigrams and cine MR of the diaphragm are obtainable from high resolution CT (HRCT) of the thorax. MATERIALS AND METHOD...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Cleverley JR,Desai SR,Wells AU,Koyama H,Eastick S,Schmidt MA,Charrier CL,Gatehouse PD,Goldstraw P,Pepper JR,Geddes DM,Hansell DM

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Mucocoele of the appendix denotes an obstructive dilatation of the appendiceal lumen due to abnormal accumulation of mucus. It is sometimes associated with pseudomyxoma peritonei, which predicts a malignant origin. We present the CT findings and additional imaging studies of 10 patients with neoplastic appendiceal ...

journal_title：Clinical radiology

authors： Zissin R,Gayer G,Kots E,Apter S,Peri M,Shapiro-Feinberg M

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00