Current Medical Imaging - Current Issue
Volume 21, Issue 1, 2025
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The Typical Computed Tomography Findings of Primary Fallopian Tube Carcinoma
Authors: Tongtong Tian, Rongrong Ding, Tongmin Xue, Jun Sun and Jun LingAim This study aimed to investigate the imaging features of primary fallopian tube carcinoma (PFTC). Methods Imaging findings of 12 PFTC patients were retrospectively studied. Multi-slice computed tomography (CT, MSCT) was performed to investigate tumor location, size, density, appearance (cystic/solid), enhancement pattern, and metastasis. Results Twelve women aged 34–67 (mean=54.3) years were presented with pelvic Read More
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Efficacy of Thrombin Solution Injection Combined with Rapid Biopsy-Side Down Position Technique in CT–guided Lung Biopsy: A Propensity Score Matching Analysis
Authors: Baijintao Sun, Bing Li, Chuan Zhang, Yan Liu and Qing ZhangObjective The objective of this study is to investigate the effect of thrombin solution injection combined with the rapid biopsy-side down position technique on the incidence of pneumothorax in emphysema patients following computed tomography (CT)-guided lung biopsy based on propensity score matching. Materials & Methods A retrospective study was conducted on emphysema patients who underwent CT-guided percutan Read More
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Muscular Cystic Lesions: A Highly Misdiagnosed Extraosseous Ewing Sarcoma: Two Case Reports and Literature Review
Authors: Deng Xiang, Hui Huang, Xiaozhen Meng, Yun Hu and Shouhua ZhangBackground A retrospective analysis was carried out on two cases of extraosseous Ewing sarcoma (ES) that were initially misdiagnosed as lymphatic malformations, with a focus on clinical manifestations, imaging characteristics, and other relevant case data. A comprehensive review of the literature was performed to enhance the understanding of cystic extraosseous ES. Case Presentation Both cases in this study origina Read More
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Discriminating Central Lung Cancer Tumors from Atelectasis using Radiomics Analysis on Contrast-free CT
Authors: Xiaoli Hu, Qianbiao Gu, Qian Guo, Feng Wu, Yinqi Liu, Zhuo He, Hongrong Shen and Kun ZhangBackground Accurate determination of tumor boundaries is crucial for staging and treating central lung cancer (CLC). Objective This retrospective study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of contrast-free CT radiomics in discriminating CLC tumors from atelectasis. Methods A total of 58 patients with CLC and associated lung atelectasis, corresponding to 58 tumors and 58 atelectasis regions, were included. Radiomics features wer Read More
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MR Imaging Features of Juvenile Pilocytic Astrocytoma in the Suprasellar Region: A Study on 11 Patients
Authors: Xiaocai Zhang, Hongyue Tao, Zhenqing Liu, Zidong Zhou, Li Huang and Guangbi SongObjective This study aimed to characterize the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings of juvenile suprasellar pilocytic astrocytoma (PA) in a sample of 11 children and help neuroradiologists preoperatively differentiate PAs from other suprasellar tumors. Methods Eleven consecutive children with pathologically confirmed suprasellar PAs in our hospital from May 2015 to November 2021 were enrolled in this study. The Read More
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A Contrast-enhanced Ultrasound Grading of Lymphatic Vessels: A Correlative Study and A Therapeutic Suggestion to Secondary Limb Lymphoedema
Authors: Ping Fu, Jia Zhu, Zijie Liu, Shentao Zhang, Shahi Kishor, Li Chen, Zhengren Liu and Lili ZhangBackground Various methods have been employed to evaluate secondary limb lymphedema, each with its own set of limitations. Objectives To delve into a novel approach to lymphatic grading, specifically utilizing enhanced ultrasound for assessing lymphatic function, to compensate for the shortcomings of other methods to some extent. Materials and Methods The clinical and ultrasound data of 51 patients with secondary li Read More
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A Retrospective Analysis: CCTA vs. TTE in Diagnosing Coronary Artery Fistula
More LessObjective: This study aimed to compare and analyze the diagnostic performance of cardiac computed tomographic angiography (CCTA) and transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) for coronary artery fistula (CAF) and evaluate the effectiveness of these two imaging modalities. Methods: We retrospectively collected and analyzed imaging data from 200 patients diagnosed with CAF through surgery or digital subtraction an Read More
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Analysis of the Correlation between MRI Imaging Signs and Lymphovascular Space Invasion in Endometrial Cancer
Authors: Chenwen Sun, Jiaying Mao, Yang Xia, Meiping Li and Zhenhua ZhaoBackground Determination of LVSI is the recommended criterion for performing lymphatic drainage and is important for the preoperative clinical decision-making process; however, Intraoperative Frozen Section (IFS) has limitations for the analysis of LVSI, and there is an urgent need for other indirect methods to predict the presence of LVSI. Aim This study aimed to investigate the value of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) fe Read More
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Severe Disseminated Cryptococcosis Leading to Multi-organ Failure in a Renal Transplant Patient: A Case Report
Background Cryptococcosis is a severe but rare opportunistic fungal infection predominantly affecting immunocompromised individuals, such as post-transplant patients. The diagnosis is frequently delayed due to non-specific symptoms and lower incidence than other fungal infections. Case Report A case of a 50-year-old male renal transplant recipient who developed disseminated cryptococcosis complicated by multi-organ f Read More
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Transforming Medical Imaging: The Role of Artificial Intelligence Integration in PACS for Enhanced Diagnostic Accuracy and Workflow Efficiency
Introduction To examine the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) and assess its impact on medical imaging, diagnostic workflows, and patient outcomes. This review explores the technological evolution, key advancements, and challenges associated with AI-enhanced PACS in healthcare settings. Methods A comprehensive literature search was conducted in Pub Read More
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Evaluation of Bone Remodeling in Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis: A Comparative Study on CT and MRI Modalities
Authors: Yeming Zhong, Jie Cui, Caiyun Zou, Xuan Wei and Zigang CheBackground This study aimed to investigate the computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) characteristics of bone remodeling in chronic maxillary sinusitis and assess their clinical significance. Methods This retrospective study included patients with unilateral chronic maxillary sinusitis and bone remodeling who were admitted to our hospital from January, 2020 to December, 2022. A total of 31 Read More
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The Value of Quantitative Ultrasound Elastography in the Assessment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Children
Authors: Xu Cao, Jianbo Liu, Jing Li, Kexin Shi, Shuang Zheng, Dongna Di and Peng TianObjective This preliminary investigation aimed to assess the value of two elastography techniques, sound touch elastography (STE) and sound touch quantification (STQ), in measuring liver stiffness in children with non-fatty versus fatty livers. Methods This study used a case-control design. The STE and STQ were used to measure and compare liver stiffness in 121 children with fatty livers and 251 children with non-fatty livers, re Read More
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Generative AI for Diagnostic Medical Imaging: A Review
Authors: Arwa H. Alshanbari and Salha M. AlzahraniThis review provides a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements in generative deep learning (DL) models applied to diagnostic medical imaging, emphasizing their transformative potential in enhancing diagnostic accuracy, reducing radiation exposure, and improving data handling. We explore the architectures, applications, and unique contributions of generative adversarial networks (GANs), autoencoders (AEs), diff Read More
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Correlation between Liver fat Content Determined by Ultrasonic Attenuation Imaging and Lipid Metabolism in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Authors: Yanhong Hao, Yanjing Zhang, Guolin Yin, Lei Zhang and Liping LiuObjective: This study aimed to investigate the utility of ultrasonic attenuation imaging (ATI) in assessing the relationship between hepatic fat content and lipid metabolism in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methods: 239 patients diagnosed with T2DM were included, with liver fat quantified using proton density fat fraction (PDFF). We analyzed the variance in ATI across various grades of fatty liver and its correlatio Read More
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Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease: A Confirmed Case Report and Analysis of MRI Characteristics in Three Typical Cases
Authors: Jin Liu, Chuan Zhang, Jiwu Wang and Hanfeng YangObjective: Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID) is a rare and clinically heterogeneous neurodegenerative disorder leading to diagnostic challenges. This study aims to investigate the clinical and characteristic radiological features of four adult female patients, offering insights into the clinical and radiological heterogeneity of NIID and its misdiagnosis potential. Case Representation: This case study presents a retrospecti Read More
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Magnetic Resonance Enterography of Phlebosclerotic Colitis: A Case Report
Authors: Yu-Xuan Kho, Chien-Ming Chen and Sung-Yu ChuBackground Phlebosclerotic colitis is a rare type of chronic ischemic colitis, with most documented cases occurring in Asians. Plain-film and computed tomography findings of pericolonic vascular calcifications are diagnostic. However, Magnetic Resonance Enterography (MRE) findings of phlebosclerotic colitis have not yet been reported, and its diagnosis might be overlooked without awareness of this disease. Case Report Read More
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The Role of Ultrasound Imaging in Evaluating Eagle’s Syndrome: A Case Report
Authors: Izim Turker Kader, Elif Celebi and Pinar KursogluBackground Eagle’s Syndrome is a unilateral or bilateral elongation of the styloid process or calcified stylohyoid ligament, along with other symptoms, such as dysphagia, facial pain, globus sensation, and headache. Stylocarotid artery syndrome is a specific type of Eagle’s syndrome that causes various clinical symptoms due to pressure on adjacent anatomical structures. Case Presentation This study presents a case of a Read More
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Application Value of A Clinical Radiomic Nomogram for Identifying Diabetic Nephropathy and Nondiabetic Renal Disease
Authors: Xiaoling Liu, Weihan Xiao, Jing Qiao and Xiachuan QinObjective: An ultrasound-based radiomics Machine Learning Model (ML) was utilized to assess non-invasively the conditions of diabetic nephropathy and non-diabetic renal disease in diabetic patients. Methods: A retrospective examination was conducted on 166 diabetic patients who had undergone renal biopsies guided by ultrasound, with the group comprising 114 individuals diagnosed with DN and 52 NDRD. The particip Read More
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Fetal Diagnostics using Vision Transformer for Enhanced Health and Severity Prediction in Ultrasound Imaging
Authors: Eshika Jain, Pratham Kaushik, Vinay Kukreja, Sakshi, Ayush Dogra and Bhawna GoyalAim This research aims to develop and evaluate a novel health classification and severity detection system based on Vision Transformers (ViTs) for fetal ultrasound imagery. This contributes to improved precision in fetal health status detection and abnormalities with more accurate results than other traditional models. Background Amidst the other imperatives of resource-deficient developing nations, mitigating neonatal mortali Read More
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Assessing Pulmonary Embolisms on Unenhanced CT Images Using Electron Density Images Derived from Dual-Layer Spectral Detector CT: A Single-centre Prospective Study Conducted at the Emergency Department
Authors: Huayang Du, Xin Sui, Ruijie Zhao, Jiaru Wang, Ying Ming, Sirong Piao, Jinhua Wang, Xiaomei Lu, Lan Song and Wei SongBackground Multiple spectral images can be extrapolated from Spectral Detector CT (SDCT), ED, and OED images. ED and OED images are highly sensitive to moisture-rich tissues. Moreover, they have the potential to detect pulmonary artery thrombi in non-enhanced chest CT images. Objective The objective of this study was to assess the sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of ED and OED images obtained using SDCT f Read More
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Volume 21 (2025)
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Volume 20 (2024)
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Volume 19 (2023)
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Volume 18 (2022)
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Volume 17 (2021)
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Volume 16 (2020)
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Volume 15 (2019)
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Volume 14 (2018)
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Volume 13 (2017)
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Volume 12 (2016)
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Volume 11 (2015)
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