Current Medical Imaging - Current Issue

IntroductionConventional skin tumor examination shows inherent limitations in accurately assessing tumor depth. HR-MRI offers superior soft tissue resolution and a comprehensive evaluation of skin cancer.MethodsPatients confirmed by pathological diagnosis as non-melanoma skin cancer from January 2021 to December 2023 were enrolled. Patients in Group 1 received both HR-MRI and tumorectomy, while those in Group 2 rece Read More

IntroductionMagnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a crucial method for clinical diagnosis. Different abdominal MRI sequences provide tissue and structural information from various perspectives, offering reliable evidence for doctors to make accurate diagnoses. In recent years, with the rapid development of intelligent medical imaging, some studies have begun exploring deep learning methods for MRI sequence recognition. H Read More

BackgroundVETC-positive has emerged as a novel predictor of HCC for poor prognosis. Enhanced CT is one of the most common diagnostic methods, which can indicate VETC positivity, providing important evidence for the diagnosis and treatment of VETC-positive HCC.ObjectiveThe objective of this study is to investigate the clinical and preoperative enhanced CT imaging characteristics and diagnostic value of VETC-p Read More

Introduction:In nuclear medicine, Prostate-specific Membrane Antigen (PSMA) is a potential target for theranostics. Offering superior diagnostic accuracy to conventional imaging in prostate cancer (PCa), Gallium-68 labeled PSMA (68Ga-PSMA) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) is considered the new standard of care in PCa management. Tumor cells identified as PSMA-avid on PET/CT imagin Read More

IntroductionThe Myocardial Salvage Index (MSI) is a valuable indicator in ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) treated with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), yet challenges exist in its acquisition. This study aims to calculate MSI using Coronary Angiography (CAG) and myocardial perfusion imaging, and further investigate its correlation with long-term cardiac function.MethodsIn 203 STEMI, the myo Read More

ObjectivesThis study aimed to assess the effectiveness and precision of a deep learning-based model in forecasting the early response of HCC patients to TACE.MethodsA comprehensive review of HCC-TACE data involving 111 patients with HCC was carried out, encompassing both pre-TACE MR images (captured before the first TACE) and post-TACE imaging (acquired between 30 and 60 days following TACE). Based on the m Read More

BackgroundUnilateral upper ureteral obstruction is one of the most common causes of acute kidney function impairment. Grading perirenal changes secondary to acute unilateral upper urinary tract obstruction (AUUTO) with multidetector spiral computed tomography (MDCT) and exploring its association with kidney function are useful for diagnosing and assessing damage to the ipsilateral kidney. However, the corr Read More

Background and ObjectiveThe incidence of Alzheimer’s disease is rising with the increasing elderly population worldwide. While no cure exists, early diagnosis can significantly slow disease progression. Computer-aided diagnostic systems are becoming critical tools for assisting in the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease. In this systematic review, we aim to evaluate recent advancements in computer-aided decision suppor Read More

Advancements in multimodality imaging have significantly improved cancer diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient management. This review explores the integration of imaging techniques, such as MRI, CT, and PET, alongside emerging technologies like radiomics and AI to provide comprehensive insights into tumor characteristics. By combining imaging data with laboratory tests, clinicians can achieve more accurat Read More

BackgroundAdrenal incidentalomas have increased over the past years. Although there are a lot of studies related to the frequency of adrenal masses and comorbidities, whether patients with functional or nonfunctional adrenal masses have higher risk is still a controversial issue.MethodsA total of 464 patients (female/male: 309/155) with adrenal incidentalomas were evaluated and followed up for 8 years. The patients were Read More

IntroductionThis study aimed to demonstrate the relationship between hemodynamic changes in head blood flow and headache during the premenstrual period in patients experiencing premenstrual syndrome.MethodsThirty-two female patients experiencing premenstrual headaches were prospectively examined using carotid and vertebral artery duplex ultrasonography during headache episodes in the premenstrual Read More

BackgroundPost-hepatic resection liver failure (PHLF) remains one of the most serious complications after hepatic resection, with an overall morbidity rate as high as 32% and an approximate 5% mortality. Previous studies demonstrate the potential of shear wave elastography (SWE) to predict PHLF. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of SWE in identifying liver failure after hepatectomy.Methods Read More

IntroductionAn accurate and reliable prognostic model for Nasal Extranodal Natural Killer/T-cell Lymphoma (ENKTL) is critical for survival outcomes and personalized therapy. Currently, there is no Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)- based radiomics analysis in the prognosis model for nasal ENKTL patients.ObjectiveWe aim to explore the value of MRI-based radiomics signature in the prognosis of patients with nasal ENKTL.Me Read More

IntroductionMagnetic resonance imaging can differentiate Alzheimer-type dementia from dementia with Lewy bodies using voxel-based specific regional analysis systems for Alzheimer’s disease and arterial spin labeling, which reveal reduced blood flow from the posterior cingulate gyrus to the precuneus in Alzheimer-type dementia. However, the relationship between voxel-based specific regional analysis system scores and Read More

BackgroundThe synchronous occurrence of primary pure squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) of the breast is rare. Accurate identification of synchronous primary malignancies is crucial because their prognosis and treatment differ significantly from recurrent diseases. Herein, we present an unusual case highlighting the synchronous development of primary SCC and IDC in the ipsilateral breast Read More

IntroductionDynamic changes in adenomyotic lesions in animal models have been difficult to observe and evaluate in vivo on a regular basis. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the feasibility of establishing a rat model of adenomyosis through autologous endometrial implantation and to assess the value of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for noninvasive evaluation of the model.MethodsForty rats were randomly Read More

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a crucial stabilizer of the knee joint, and its injury risk and surgical outcomes are closely linked to femoral and tibial anatomy. This review focuses on current evidence on how skeletal parameters, such as femoral intercondylar notch morphology, tibial slope, and insertion site variations—influence ACL biomechanics. A narrowed or concave femoral notch raises the risk of impingement, Read More

ObjectiveThe association between ABO and Rh blood groups and diseases is an intriguing topic that continues to be studied, but their potential influence on mandibular asymmetry has not been explored. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are multifactorial, and subtle anatomical variations may be linked to genetic predispositions. Our study aims to investigate the relationship between ABO and Rh blood groups an Read More

BackgroundThe evaluation of the left atrial (LA) by imaging is becoming increasingly essential due to its significant role in numerous diseases. This study aimed to analyze and summarize research on LA imaging in the past 20 years through bibliometric analysis and offer insights into future research prospects.MethodsThe Web of Science (WOS) core collection database was retrieved for literature in LA imaging research fro Read More