abstract：:Photon-counting computed tomography (CT) is a developing technology that has the potential to address some limitations of CT imaging and bring about improvements and potentially new applications to this field. Photon-counting detectors have a fundamentally different detection mechanism from conventional CT energy-inte...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Farhadi F,Rajagopal JR,Nikpanah M,Sahbaee P,Malayeri AA,Pritchard WF,Samei E,Jones EC,Chen MY

更新日期：2021-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Ultrashort echotime (UTE) sequences aim to improve the signal yield in pulmonary magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). We demonstrate the initial results of spiral 3-dimensional (3D) UTE-MRI for combined morphologic and functional imaging in pediatric patients. METHODS:Seven pediatric patients with pulmonary abnor...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Veldhoen S,Heidenreich JF,Metz C,Petritsch B,Benkert T,Hebestreit HU,Bley TA,Köstler H,Weng AM

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Computed tomographic pulmonary angiography (CTPA) is the test of choice for patients with acute chest pain and suspected pulmonary embolism (PE). This examination is excellent for the diagnosis of PE and can also often identify alternative diagnoses. The early phase of contrast, however, may not allow for optim...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Anderson JF,Raptis C,Bhalla S

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infections of the cardiovascular system may present with nonspecific symptoms, and it is common for patients to undergo multiple investigations to arrive at the diagnosis. Echocardiography is central to the diagnosis of endocarditis and pericarditis. However, cardiac computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance ima...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Kirkbride RR,Rawal B,Mirsadraee S,Galperin-Aizenberg M,Wechalekar K,Ridge CA,Litmanovich DE

更新日期：2020-08-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We sought to introduce a localization procedure (methylene blue-stained N-butyl cyanoacrylate and N-octyl cyanoacrylate glue) in localizing pulmonary small nodules and ground-glass opacities before thoracoscopic resection, and to evaluate its efficacy. METHODS:A total of 20 patients with pulmonary small nodu...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Wang J,Gao LB,Zhang H,Wang J,Liu L,Shi WY

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Computed tomography (CT) is commonly used in the evaluation and management of patients with diffuse lung pathologies, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and fibrotic interstitial lung disease (ILD). In clinical practice, the qualitative (visual) assessment of CT images by a radiologist provides ins...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Castillo-Saldana D,Hague CJ,Coxson HO,Ryerson CJ

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to elucidate the impact of being unmarried on coronary computed tomography (CT) imaging biomarkers and mortality in a lung cancer screening population. MATERIALS AND METHODS:In this retrospective case-control study, 5707 subjects (3777 married; mean age: 61.9±5.1 y and 1930 unmarr...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Celeng C,Takx RAP,Lessmann N,Maurovich-Horvat P,Leiner T,Išgum I,de Jong PA

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Myocardial extracellular volume fraction (ECV) using cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) can identify diffuse lesions not detected by late gadolinium enhancement (LGE). We aimed to determine the prevalence of increased ECV and its relation to other CMR findings. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Consecutive patients (...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Lundin M,Sörensson P,Maret E,Jenner J,Abdula G,Nickander J,Themudo R,Caidahl K,Kellman P,Sigfridsson A,Ugander M

更新日期：2020-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study aimed to evaluate interobserver reproducibility between cardiothoracic radiologists applying the Coronary Artery Disease Reporting and Data System (CAD-RADS) to describe atherosclerotic burden on coronary computed tomography angiography. METHODS:Forty clinical computed tomography angiography cases w...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Hu JY,Bergquist PJ,Hossain R,Ropp AM,Kligerman S,Amin SB,Sechrist JW,Patel P,Jeudy J,White CS

更新日期：2020-03-20 00:00:00

abstract：:Imaging of the coronary sinus and its tributaries has gained increasing significance consequent to the development of an array of electrophysiological and interventional procedures using the cardiac venous system, including ablation for arrhythmias, left ventricular pacing, and in the administration of retrograde card...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Sinha M,Pandey NN,Sharma A

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac masses encountered on imaging may present a diagnostic dilemma when discovered incidentally, or even when they serve as the principal reason for the examination. In this review, we present an algorithmic approach for assessing cardiac masses by integrating clinical information with radiologic findings to reach...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Bernheim A,Gore A,Goyal N

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) is associated with significant chronic lung disease. The purpose of this paper was to describe the clinical, radiologic, and pathologic findings of CVID-associated lung diseases. These include airways' disease, interstitial lung disease, lymphoma, and mucosa-associated lymphoid ...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Bang TJ,Richards JC,Olson AL,Groshong SD,Gelfand EW,Lynch DA

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This pictorial essay presents cases of congenital coronary artery anomalies, including congenital anomalies of origin, course, and termination. Familiarity with atypical coronary anatomy and clinical presentation may facilitate appropriate diagnosis and management, particularly as cardiac and thoracic computed tomogra...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Azour L,Jacobi AH,Alpert JB,Uppu S,Latson L Jr,Mason D,Cham MD

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Immunocompromised patients are encountered with increasing frequency in clinical practice. In addition to the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), therapy for malignant disease, and immune suppression for solid organ transplants, patients are now rendered immunosuppressed by advances in treatment for a wide vari...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Tanaka N,Kunihiro Y,Yanagawa N

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) remains a major health problem worldwide. The incidence of pneumonia increases with both age and the presence of specific risk factors, which lead to increased health care costs. However, although there is some controversy over the observed trend in CAP mortality over recent decades,...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Cillóniz C,Rodríguez-Hurtado D,Nicolini A,Torres A

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We have established an integrated thoracic radiology reading room within a multidisciplinary lung center clinic (LC). While our subjective experience has been positive, we sought to quantify how this model affects radiology workflow and whether the referring practitioners perceive value in having real-time acce...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Mortani Barbosa EJ Jr,Novak S

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the growing substance use disorders epidemic in the United States, a wide range of complications may be seen in both the acute and chronic clinical setting. This article will use a multimodality approach to review complications of intravenous substance use that cardiothoracic radiologists are likely to encounter....

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Hossain R,Almeida RR,Natcheva H,Hedgire S,Ghoshhajra B,Shepard JA,Fintelmann FJ,Flores EJ

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of percutaneous pulmonary valve implantation (PPVI) and surgical pulmonary valve replacement (SPVR) on biventricular and pulmonary valve function using cardiac magnetic resonance. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirty-five patients aged 20±8 years (mean±SD) underwent PPV...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Secchi F,Resta EC,Cannaò PM,Pluchinotta F,Piazza L,Butera G,Carminati M,Sardanelli F

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim was to evaluate computed tomography (CT)-measured pulmonary artery diameter (PAD) and lung density as predictors of pulmonary hypertension (PH) in subjects with systemic sclerosis (SSc). We compared these PAD values with normal values and between SSc subgroups with PH and/or interstitial lung disease (I...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Bakker ME,Ninaber MK,Stolk J,Kroft LJM,Schouffoer AA,de Vries Bouwstra JK,van Wijngaarden SE,Stoel BC

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Progressive impairment of hemodynamics in patients with Fontan circulation is common, multifactorial, and associated with decreased quality of life and increased morbidity. We sought to assess hemodynamic differences between patients with preserved (preserved Fontans) and those with impaired circulation (impair...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Körperich H,Müller K,Barth P,Gieseke J,Haas N,Schulze-Neick I,Burchert W,Kececioglu D,Laser KT

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is increased awareness of smoking-related lung diseases other than lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Concurrently, there is general acceptance that there is difficulty in establishing a specific diagnosis of smoking-related interstitial lung disease (ILD), as many patients may not undergo bi...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Madan R,Matalon S,Vivero M

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a common cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with connective tissue disease (CTD). In a minority of patients the ILD may be the presenting (or only) manifestation of an underlying CTD. Diagnosis of CTD-related ILD relies on a multidisciplinary team including pulmonologists, ...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Henry TS,Little BP,Veeraraghavan S,Bhalla S,Elicker BM

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of the study was to compare radiation dose and image quality between the "average" and the "very strong" automatic exposure control (AEC) strength curves. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Images reconstructed with filtered back-projection techniques and radiation dose data of unenhanced helical chest computed tom...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Gyssels E,Bohy P,Cornil A,van Muylem A,Howarth N,Gevenois PA,Tack D

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Minimally invasive mitral valve (MV) repair and replacement techniques have evolved as increasingly used alternatives to open heart surgery especially in patients unsuitable for surgery or at high perioperative risk. The vast majority of these techniques are still under development, and only a limited number of device...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Mangold S,Castillo-Sang M,Schoepf UJ,Leipsic JA,Fuller SR,Wichmann JL,Muscogiuri G,De Cecco CN

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Portable chest radiography is a fundamental and frequently utilized examination in the critically ill patient population. The chest radiograph often represents a timely investigation of new or rapidly evolving clinical findings and an evaluation of proper positioning of support tubes and catheters. Thoughtful consider...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Suh RD,Genshaft SJ,Kirsch J,Kanne JP,Chung JH,Donnelly EF,Ginsburg ME,Heitkamp DE,Henry TS,Kazerooni EA,Ketai LH,McComb BL,Ravenel JG,Saleh AG,Shah RD,Steiner RM,Mohammed TL

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews common and uncommon patterns of thoracic metastatic disease in primary hepatobiliary and pancreatic malignancies that are often overlooked or improperly diagnosed because of atypical location or imaging appearance. An understanding of the pathophysiology and routes of tumor spread aids in tailorin...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Holwerda RA,Walker CM,Rosado-de-Christenson ML,Martínez-Jiménez S,Kunin JR,Pettavel PP,Betancourt SL

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of the study was to compare both reproducibility and prognostic value of lesion size measurements obtained manually and semiautomatically on computed tomography in advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Manual axial longest diameter, semiautomatic axial longest diameter, and...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Colombi D,Manna C,Montermini I,Seletti V,Diciotti S,Tiseo M,Fontana E,De Filippo M,Silva M,Sverzellati N

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The National Lung Cancer Screening Trial (NLST) found a reduction in lung cancer mortality in high-risk patients aged 55 to 74 who were screened with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) rather than chest x-ray. This reduction was 20% after 6.5 years and 16% after 7.5 years, with a 6.7% reduction in all-cause mortality...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Zuckerman D

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of the study was to evaluate 70 kVp dual-source computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) with reduced iodine load in comparison with single-source 70 and 100 kVp CTPA with standard iodine load regarding image quality and radiation dose. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Three groups with 40 consecutive...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Wichmann JL,Hu X,Kerl JM,Schulz B,Frellesen C,Bodelle B,Kaup M,Scholtz JE,Lehnert T,Vogl TJ,Bauer RW

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and worldwide. However, among the top 4 deadliest cancers, lung cancer is the only one not subject to routine screening. Optimism for an effective lung cancer-screening examination soared after the release of the National Lung Screening Trial result...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Parker MS,Groves RC,Fowler AA 3rd,Shepherd RW,Cassano AD,Cafaro PL,Chestnut GT

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study aimed to determine the availability, attributes, and hindrances of current and developing US lung cancer screening programs. MATERIALS AND METHODS:An electronic questionnaire was sent to the membership of the Society of Thoracic Radiology in August 2013 and remained open for 4 weeks. Of the 225 US-b...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Eberth JM,Qiu R,Linder SK,Gallant NR,Munden RF

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging is a powerful tool for the detection and management of coronary artery disease. Beyond morphology, CMR imaging can probe relevant physiological parameters such as perfusion and function by means of stress testing. This article reviews current applications of CMR stress imaging ...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Kawel-Boehm N,Bremerich J

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) represent an increasing population both because anomalies that might have remained undiagnosed in the past are now being diagnosed later in life on imaging and because significant therapeutic advances have resulted in survival to adulthood of patients with complex CHD. In thi...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Latson L Jr,Levsky JM,Haramati LB

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the effect of computer-assisted detection (CAD) on diagnostic accuracy, reader confidence, and reading time when used as a concurrent reader for the detection of acute pulmonary embolism in computed tomography pulmonary angiography. MATERIALS AND METHODS:In this institutional review board-approved re...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Wittenberg R,Peters JF,van den Berk IA,Freling NJ,Lely R,de Hoop B,Horsthuis K,Ravesloot CJ,Weber M,Prokop WM,Schaefer-Prokop CM

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To examine the current radiographic follow-up recommendations of thoracic radiologists after detection of a new opacity, suspected to be "pneumonia," on chest radiography. MATERIALS AND METHODS:An anonymized, Institutional Review Board-approved, Internet-based survey was sent to the 735 members of the Society ...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Humphrey KL,Gilman MD,Little BP,Halpern EF,Abbott GF,Shepard JA,Wu CC

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulmonary hypertension (PH) may be idiopathic or related to a variety of diseases. The diagnosis, accurate assessment of etiology and severity, prognosis, treatment response, and follow-up of PH can be achieved using a diverse set of diagnostic examinations. In this review, the role of imaging in the evaluation of PH ...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Brown K,Gutierrez AJ,Mohammed TL,Kirsch J,Chung JH,Dyer DS,Ginsburg ME,Heitkamp DE,Kanne JP,Kazerooni EA,Ketai LH,Parker JA,Ravenel JG,Saleh AG,Shah RD,Steiner RM,Suh RD,Expert Panel on Thoracic Imaging.

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melioidosis is predominantly a tropical disease caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei, a soil-dwelling gram-negative, aerobic bacillus that is distributed primarily in southeast Asia and northern Australia. In this pictorial essay, we provide an illustrated review and conceptual framework of the protean imaging features...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Ko SF,Kung CT,Lee YW,Ng SH,Huang CC,Lee CH

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The current Dana Point Classification system (2009) distinguishes elevation of pulmonary arterial pressure into pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and pulmonary hypertension. Fortunately, PAH is not a common disease. However, with the aging of the First World's population, heart failure has become an important outc...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Schiebler ML,Bhalla S,Runo J,Jarjour N,Roldan A,Chesler N,François CJ

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since the publication of the Radiologic Diagnostic Oncology Group Report in 1991, the clinical application of pulmonary magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in patients with lung cancer has been limited. In contrast, MRI for lung cancer has undergone continuous development, and several promising techniques have been intro...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Koyama H,Ohno Y,Seki S,Nishio M,Yoshikawa T,Matsumoto S,Sugimura K

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Cardiac involvement is an important prognostic factor in sarcoidosis, and cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging with late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) can facilitate the identification of cardiac sarcoidosis (CS). In patients with CS, we investigated LGE characteristics and their relationship with lef...

journal_title：Journal of thoracic imaging

authors： Watanabe E,Kimura F,Nakajima T,Hiroe M,Kasai Y,Nagata M,Kawana M,Hagiwara N

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00