abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of the study presented here was to determine the improvement in image quality of oxygen-enhanced magnetic resonance (MR) subtraction imaging obtained with a centrically reordered inversion recovery half-Fourier single-shot turbo spin-echo (c-IR-HASTE) sequence compared with that obtained with a conv...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Ohno Y,Hatabu H,Higashino T,Kawamitsu H,Watanabe H,Takenaka D,van Cauteren M,Sugimura K

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:MR staging of nodal metastases in patients with rectal cancer using criteria based on size, shape and signal intensity can be difficult, because > or =50% of the nodes are less than 5 mm in size. Therefore new MR criteria were evaluated to see whether it can improve the MR assessment of nodal metastases in rect...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Kim JH,Beets GL,Kim MJ,Kessels AG,Beets-Tan RG

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of the driven equilibrium radio frequency reset pulse (DRIVE) on image quality and nerve detection when used in adjunction with T2-weighted 3D turbo spin-echo (TSE) sequence. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Forty-five patients with cranial nerve symptoms referable to the...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Ciftci E,Anik Y,Arslan A,Akansel G,Sarisoy T,Demirci A

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of this study was to determine the increase in diaphragmatic excursion of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treated with theophylline by MR-fluoroscopy which is an innovative method to demonstrate effectiveness of this treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Investigations we...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Etlik O,Sakarya ME,Uzun K,Harman M,Temizoz O,Durmus A

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A software program was developed simulating a compartmental model of blood circulation based on differential equations. The aim of this study was to compare software-simulated levels of hepatic enhancement with the true values in patients and to test how many patients reach the simulated hepatic enhancement l...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Schöber W,Kopp A,Scherf C,Mehnert F,Heuschmid M,Duda SH,Claussen CD,Pereira P

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital eventration of the diaphragm, as a cause of mediastinal mass, is an unusual condition and it may be unilateral or bilateral. Although this entity is frequently asymptomatic and firstly detected on the chest radiography, it may be difficult to distinguish a partial eventration from the other diaphragmatic le...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Eren S,Ceviz N,Alper F

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the value of MR imaging (MRI) with regard to union, graft viability and proximal pole bone marrow status, after use of vascularized bone grafts for treating scaphoid nonunions. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Vascularized bone grafts from the distal radius were used to treat 47 scaphoid nonunions resulting fro...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Dailiana ZH,Zachos V,Varitimidis S,Papanagiotou P,Karantanas A,Malizos KN

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:the purpose of this study was to evaluate defect width of patellar tendon after harvest for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. MATERIALS AND METHODS:we performed MRI at various time interval after graft harvest (2-96 months) on 28 patients who had had reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament us...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Koseoglu K,Memis A,Argin M,Arkun R

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultrasound contrast agents were originally introduced to enhance the Doppler signals when detecting vessels with low velocity flow or when imaging conditions were sub-optimal. Contrast agents showed additional properties, it was discovered that a parenchymal enhancement phase in the liver followed the enhancement of t...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Nielsen MB,Bang N

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spinal tumors are uncommon lesions but may cause significant morbidity in terms of limb dysfunction. In establishing the differential diagnosis for a spinal lesion, location is the most important feature, but the clinical presentation and the patient's age and gender are also important. Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Van Goethem JW,van den Hauwe L,Ozsarlak O,De Schepper AM,Parizel PM

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The main role of the radiologist in the management of patients with suspicion of small bowel obstruction is to help triage patients into those that need immediate surgical intervention from those that require medical therapy or delayed surgery. Ultrasound examination is usually considered not helpful in bo...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Grassi R,Romano S,D'Amario F,Giorgio Rossi A,Romano L,Pinto F,Di Mizio R

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although magnetic resonance imaging has become the dominant modality for cross-sectional musculo-skeletal imaging, the widespread availability, speed, and versatility of computed tomography (CT) continue to make it a mainstay of emergency room (ER) diagnostic imaging. Pelvic ring and acetabular fractures occur as the ...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Falchi M,Rollandi GA

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cerebral CT angiography (CTA) is an established method applied to both the detection and treatment planning of intracranial aneurysms. The aim of our study was to compare CTA and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) findings with the surgical results mainly in patients with acute SAH and to evaluate the c...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Karamessini MT,Kagadis GC,Petsas T,Karnabatidis D,Konstantinou D,Sakellaropoulos GC,Nikiforidis GC,Siablis D

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:to evaluate the efficacy and advantages of the snare systems in the retrieval of foreign bodies from vascular system. MATERIALS AND METHODS:the snare technique has been used for intravascular foreign body retrieval. We performed percutaneous extraction of intravascular foreign bodies using combination multipur...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Koseoglu K,Parildar M,Oran I,Memis A

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the use of the suture mediated vascular closure device concerning practicability and safety in clinical angiography practice. MATERIAL AND METHODS:One hundred and seventeen patients (59 female, 58 male, mean age 40.9+/-13.4) underwent percutaneous closure of common femoral arterial puncture sites...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Henk CB,Grampp S,Heimberger K,Czerny C,Schindler E,Mostbeck GH

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the usefulness and reliability of helical computed tomography (CT) for patients with small bowel obstruction. METHODS AND MATERIAL:Helical CT findings of 41 patients were evaluated prospectively on the basis of the presence and the cause of obstruction, and the presence of strangulation. RESULTS...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Obuz F,Terzi C,Sökmen S,Yilmaz E,Yildiz D,Füzün M

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the present study was to review the magnetic resonance (MR) appearance of primary epithelial cysts in order to distinguish the cysts from other possible lesions. MR images were obtained in 27 cases of epithelial cysts, including 7 odontogenic keratocysts, 3 dentigerous cysts, 1 glandular odontogenic cyst, 1...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Hisatomi M,Asaumi J,Konouchi H,Shigehara H,Yanagi Y,Kishi K

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:MR imaging directly shows integrity of spinal cord, and provides sensitive assessments of structurally important soft tissue investments of the vertebral column. High-resolution images should be acquired in at least two planes, with T1 and fluid sensitive sequences. In the acute and subacute settings, MR may be used t...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Cohen WA,Giauque AP,Hallam DK,Linnau KF,Mann FA

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To investigate whether there are significant changes in regional brain metabolism in patients with Parkinson's disease before and after thalamotomy using proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1H MRS). Fifteen patients underwent 15 stereotactic thalamotomies for control of medically refractory parkinsonian tremor. Si...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Baik HM,Choe BY,Son BC,Jeun SS,Kim MC,Lee KS,Kim BS,Lee JM,Lee HK,Suh TS

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:The goal of this paper is to present our experience with superior vena cava (SVC) stenting, as first line procedure for immediate relief, in patients with malignancy, and its potential influence in the subsequent radiotherapy (XRT). Over a 1-year period, 18 patients with SVC syndrome due to severe stenosis s...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Chatziioannou A,Alexopoulos T,Mourikis D,Dardoufas K,Katsenis K,Lazarou S,Koutoulidis V,Ladopoulos Ch,Vlachos L

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Accurate preoperative assessment of fistula-in-ano is mandatory if the fistula is not to recur. In recent years, MRI has become pre-eminent for fistula assessment and recent studies have shown that not only is MRI more accurate than surgical assessment, but that surgery based on MRI can reduce further disease recurren...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Halligan S,Buchanan G

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-eight children with femoral shaft fractures, treated with early spica cast, were evaluated with computed tomography (CT), for their femoral shaft rotational deformities. The femoral torsion angles were measured on both sides. If the torsion angle of the fractured side was more than the other side, it was consid...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Bulut S,Bulut O,Taş F,Eğilmez H

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this fMRI study was to evaluate the motor reorganization (cerebral plasticity) and the risk of motor deficit in patients presenting with tumors and vascular malformations, within the framework of their pre-surgical planning. Functional MR imaging data was obtained from 17 patients. Ten patients (seven with ...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Baciu M,Le Bas JF,Segebarth C,Benabid AL

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this review is to outline recent trends in contrast agent development for magnetic resonance imaging. Up to now, small molecular weight gadolinium chelates are the workhorse in contrast enhanced MRI. These first generation MR contrast agents distribute into the intravascular and interstitial space, thus...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Weinmann HJ,Ebert W,Misselwitz B,Schmitt-Willich H

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of Wernicke's encephalopathy in which diffusion-weighted MR images demonstrated symmetrical hyperintense lesions in the paraventricular area of the third ventricles and medial thalami. Apparent diffusion coefficient mapping showed isointensity in the aforementioned areas. Diffusion-weighted MR images ...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Chung TI,Kim JS,Park SK,Kim BS,Ahn KJ,Yang DW

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multidetector CT has expanded the utility of CT by improving longitudinal resolution and acquisition speed. Applications include diagnosis of renal vascular and parenchymal injuries, renal tumor diagnosis and staging, the emerging field of CT urography and CT angiography. This summary review illustrates MDCT approache...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Foley WD

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the spectrum of the lung parenchyma changes in ankylosing spondylitis (AS) with high resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and correlate the findings with disease duration. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Twenty patients (18 male, 2 female) with the diagnosis of AS according to New York criteria were include...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Senocak O,Manisali M,Ozaksoy D,Sevinç C,Akalin E

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lung cancer has increased in incidence throughout the twentieth century and is now the most common cancer in the Western World. It has a poor prognosis, only 10-15% of patients survive 5 years or longer. Outcome is dependent on clinical stage and cancer cell type. Lung cancer is broadly subclassified on the basis of h...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Beadsmoore CJ,Screaton NJ

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of a new MR-pathologic correlation method utilizing a high-resolution MR technique with a 3-inch surface coil and elimination of susceptibility by replacing air in the pulmonary alveoli of lung specimens with water. Inflated cadaver lung specimens of various lung dis...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Hatabu H,Uematsu H,Hasegawa I,Itoh H

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Radiation therapy is widely used in the treatment of head and neck tumours either as a primary form of treatment or a supplementary modality. Although the benefits of radiation therapy are well established, this treatment modality is not without untoward consequences and complications. The intent of this paper is to h...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Chong VF,Khoo JB,Chan LL,Rumpel H

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 70-year-old male was admitted to hospital for a liver tumor. We diagnosed that hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), 1.5 cm in diameter, by several examinations. We performed ultrasonically guided radio-frequency ablation (RFA). Ultrasonography (US) 9 days post-therapy revealed a cystic lesion 1.5 cm in diameter. Color Do...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Tamai F,Furuse J,Maru Y,Yoshino M

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Computed tomography (CT) has developed a well-recognised role within paediatric uroradiology, especially in imaging of trauma, malignancy (in particular Wilms' tumour), atypical infection, and congenital urogenital abnormalities. CT can also be used for problem solving in nephrolithiasis and renal transplant assessmen...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Maudgil DD,McHugh K

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Secondary middle turbinate (SMT), a rare variation of the nasal cavity, is a bony projection covered by soft tissue that arises from the lateral nasal wall. It is almost always bilateral and usually projects superomedially without any ostiomeatal unit obstruction. Herein, we report a case of bilateral inferomedially p...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Apaydin FD,Duce MN,Yildiz A,Eğilmez H,Ozer C,Talas UD

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Assessment in postoperative complications of gastrointestinal cancers via imaging modalities is of significant importance as diagnosing the cancer. Complications can be considered as an indicator for the success of surgical procedure, and has a vital importance for the patient. In this article the implications of CT, ...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Tunaci A

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management of patients with spinal trauma is based on the following goals: (1) the preservation of life; (2) preserving and maximising the neurological function; and (3) providing a stable, painless vertebral column. There have been advances in both non operative as well operative modalities of treatment of patien...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Trivedi JM

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Minimally invasive therapy has been explored as a potential means of treating breast tumours with minimal disruption to adjacent soft tissues. The purpose of this is to facilitate improved cosmesis and to offer treatment to women who are unfit for surgery. A number of treatment modalities including thermal therapies (...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Hall-Craggs MA,Vaidya JS

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The physics of bubbles and of their oscillations is extremely complex and attempts at its mathematical description are generally inaccessible. Yet some idea, in broad descriptive terms at least, is very helpful in understanding bubble phenomena of clinical interest. A brief attempt to provide such a description is giv...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Dawson P

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to update a long-term study that evaluates the accuracy of MR imaging in the characterisation of adrenal tumours. In all patients, MR imaging findings were correlated with histopathologic results. PATIENTS:In 204/560 patients who underwent MR imaging for characterisation of an a...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Hönigschnabl S,Gallo S,Niederle B,Prager G,Kaserer K,Lechner G,Heinz-Peer G

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We examined the detectability of small hepatocellular carcinomas (HCCs) and the factors that affect hyperintensity of small HCC on T1-weighted images (T1W) by using T1-weighted fat-suppressed images (T1FS). METHODS:Thirty-nine HCCs (29 patients) measuring 30 mm or less were enrolled. The mean size of HCCs wa...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Koushima Y,Ebara M,Fukuda H,Morimoto N,Sugiura N,Yoshikawa M,Sanada M,Saisho H,Matsumoto T,Yukawa M

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report an observation of small high attenuation foci in the tract of external ventricular drain on computed tomographic (CT) scan after removal of the drain and propose an explanation for this observation. METHODS:Six patients with small high attenuation foci in the ventricular drain tract seen on CT afte...

journal_title：European journal of radiology

authors： Alorainy IA

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00