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 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510132

The Relationship of Radiologic Technology Educators' Trait Emotional Intelligence and Sense of Efficacy

Jan Glenndell G. Calma

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: January 12, 2025

The study utilized a quantitative, cross-sectional, and correlational design. Using Google forms for data collection, the global and domains of trait EI scores were measured using the Trait Emotional Intelligence Short Form and three teaching competencies from Teacher's Sense of Efficacy Scale Short Form which was gathered from 57 radiologic technology educators....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510131

Diagnostic Efficacy of Dynamic Maneuver in Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography Compared to Conventional Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography in the Imaging of Neck Region

Rubi P, MSc, Dinesh Sekar, MSc and Ramiya R, MSc

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2024/11/24

Neck lesions encompass a variety of pathological conditions, including carcinomas, lymphadenopathy, and abscess and thyroid nodules. The advancements of Computed Tomography (CT) play major role in detecting neck pathologies. Injection of contrast media is primary while imaging neck region, So Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography (CECT) is the best choice for this imaging. Though, CECT performed with dynamic maneuvers plays important role in assessing the lesion size, margins and relationship wi...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510130

Neonatal Deep Vein Thrombosis Reveals an Inferior Vena Cava Agenesis associated with Antithrombin Deficiency: A Case Report

I. Ammar, A. Ben Fatma, A. Sayadi, I. Fekih Romdhane, M. Saidane, H. Ben Hamouda and S. Jerbi

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2024/11/21

Inferior vena cava (IVC) agenesis is a rare condition. It can be either congenital or acquired due to thrombotic events. It is a rare cause of deep vein thrombosis. We describe the case of a female newborn who presented with edema and cyanosis of the right lower limb. Lower extremity Doppler US showed thrombosis of the external iliac vein, common and superficial femoral right veins. Abdominal Doppler US suspected the absence of the infrarenal segment of IVC. CT abdominal angiography confirmed th...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510129

Utility of Splenic Elastography as a Predictor of Increased Portal Pressure in Patients with Liver Cirrhosis

Adan Elizalde Figueroa, Veronica Espinosa-Cruz and José Antonio Rodríguez Martínez

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2024/11/18

A comparative cross-sectional study was carried out in which (n = 12) adult patients over 18-years of old with a confirmed diagnosis of liver cirrhosis who had a portosystemic pressure gradient measurement recently performed by the Interventional Radiology area of our institution, regardless of the sex or age group, a comparative analysis was carried out with a similar group similar in number of non-cirrhotic patients (n = 10). The data collected were analyzed using the statistical program IBM S...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510128

Uncommon Neoplasms in a Common Location: Primary Hepatic Neoplasms - A Pictorial Review

Jayaranjeetham Jayabalan, Madhan Ramachandran, Sunitha Vellathussery Chakkalakkoombil and Revathy Ganapathy

Article Type: Review Article | First Published: 2024/11/04

Common hepatic lesions are easy to diagnose and various imaging methods are available for those lesions. Uncommon hepatic lesions pose a diagnostic challenge to the radiologist. In our study we have described the common imaging (Contrast enhanced Computed Tomography-CECT and Magnetic Resonance Imaging-MRI) appearances of the uncommon hepatic lesions which are proven with histopathology. We described about few of the uncommon hepatic lesions like Hepatic lymphoma, Liver neuroendocrine tumor (NET)...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510127

Role of Ultrasound in Predicting Diafragma and Quadriceps Involvement in COPD Patients

Meridj Amine, R. Belaala and Y. Djeghri

Article Type: Review Article | First Published: 2024/10/26

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with numerous comorbidities, including muscle involvement which consists of changes in the structure and function of peripheral and respiratory muscles. Ultrasound can provide a non-invasive assessment of muscle damage. Ultrasound assessment of the quadriceps contractility index (Qci) is feasible, rapid, simple and reliable. Numerous studies have demonstrated that Qci is linked to the severity of COPD, clinical symptoms and respiratory m...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510126

Lateral Abdominal Wall Muscles Injection with Botulinum Toxin for Easier Repair of Complex Abdominal Wall Hernia

Abdulaziz Almat'hami, MD, Abdulrahman Almutairi, MD, Faisal Al Ahmari, MD, Hatim Al Obaidi, MD, Sultan Al Ammari, MD, Abdulwahed Al Ruhaimi, MD, Othman AlShehre, MD, Hassan AlShehri, MD, Mohammed Alshulayyil, MD, Mohammed Alqahtani, MD, Abdullah AlMalki, BSc, Ali Alshehri, BSc, Taghreed Al-Ajaji, MD, Feras Alsannaa, MD and Talal Alkuhaimi, MD

Article Type: Retrospective Study | First Published: 2024/10/26

Complex abdominal wall hernias pose a difficult problem due to their higher rates of morbidity and recurrence. Using botulinum toxin injections as a potential treatment to stretch the patients' muscles and promote primary fascial closure has been suggested. This study focuses on the effectiveness of preoperative botulinum toxin injections for patients with complicated abdominal wall hernias....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510125

A Pictorial Essay on Fibromuscular Dysplasia Imaging: Beyond the String of Beads

Mohamed Nashnoush, Michael Negussie, Manasvi Gupta, Sidra Bharmal, Tresha Sivanesanathan, Yanuga Raveendran, Sherry Eskander, Gaurang Bhatt, Armaan Kotadia, Mansi Rathod, Sushmethaa Vijayakumar Shanthi, Jack Wellington, Jouhar Kolleri and Ibsen Ongidi

Article Type: Pictorial Essay | First Published: 2024/10/04

Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is a non-atherosclerotic, non-inflammatory arteriopathy characterized by abnormal cellular proliferation and distorted architecture of the arterial wall. FMD mainly affects the mid-distal segment of renal and extracranial arteries. The clinical phenotype of FMD has recently expanded to include arterial dissection, aneurysm, and tortuosity. FMD is four times more frequent in women than men. The etiology of FMD is unknown, although some theories have been proposed, su...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510124

Visceral Fat Thickness and Abdominal Girth as an Independent Determinant of Metabolic Syndrome: A Cross Sectional, Single-Centre Study

Ankush Govindwar, MBBS, DMRD, DNB, Nilesh Suryawanshi, MBBS, DNB and Vrutti Mistry, MSc

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2024/08/30

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a health condition marked by abdominal obesity, insulin resistance, elevated blood pressure, and dyslipidaemia, with various diagnostic criteria proposed by international organizations. MetS affects 25% of adults globally and around 30% in India, with significant risk factors including age, physical inactivity, diet, and tobacco use. Visceral Ft Thickness (VFT) is a crucial indicator of MetS, with ultrasonography (USG) being a reliable, cost-effective tool for its as...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510123

C-Arm Communication Terminologies during Orthopaedic Surgical Procedures: A Systematic Review

Jastine Niko Cabutaje Vidad

Article Type: Systematic Review | First Published: 2024/06/29

Mobile C-arm units are portable fluoroscopy systems that allow real-time images of the internal structures of the body. The equipment is designed to be very maneuverable. The versatility of the terminologies introduces significant communication barriers between the surgeon and the radiographer....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510122

Rhabdoid Tumor of the Kidney in Children: A Case Report

Noor Al Shekaili, Afrah Al Abri, Mohamed Abdel Rahamn and Khalid Al Nasibi

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2024/03/24

A 2-years-old child previously healthy, presented with one-month history of on-off fever of unknown origin, clinically, child was irritable, found to have mild congestion in the right ear, enlarge left tonsil, and enlarge left cervical lymph nodes & hepatosplenomegaly. First investigations showed C-reactive protein more than 100 mg/l, child received full course of oral Augmentin. Fever settled down for three days, then restarted again with continuous in nature and high grade. Re-investigation sh...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510121

Reduction of Iodinated Contrast Medium Dose in Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiography and its Impact on Image Quality: A Narrative Review

Kleanthis Konstantinidis, MSc

Article Type: Narrative Review | First Published: 2024/03/17

This narrative literature review provides an overview of the different strategies that have been successfully used to reduce the dose of intravenous contrast media (ICM) while maintaining image quality of pulmonary arteries in computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA). These strategies include optimizing the ICM dose, utilizing modern CT scanners capabilities, customizing patient-specific protocols, and using advanced image reconstruction techniques....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510120

Role of MARS Protocol of MRI in Patellar Clunck Syndrome and Fracture Post of Polyethylene Liner: A Case Report

Shallini Mittal, Krishna Kumar Jain, Hemant Sharma, Vishal Gurnani, Guruditta Khurana and Nikita Jajodia

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2024/03/04

The number of cases undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) has advanced manifolds in India and the role of Metal Artifacts Reduction Sequences (MARS) MRI is also gaining wide attention amongst Orthopaedicians/Radiologists for evaluation of painful knee after TKA or post TKA complications [1]. Here, we report a case of Patellar Clunck Syndrome (PCS) diagnosed on MRI with MARS sequence where the patient was also undertaken for Ultrasound for correlation. Here, the patient was also diagnosed with...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510119

Complete Manuscript Title: Podcasts in Interventional Radiology: Where do we Currently Stand?

Satya M N K Maripi and Konala Sunaina Reddy

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2024/01/26

The medium of podcasting has seen a monumental amount of growth within the past decade; this has also been in the case in the medical field. The podcast is for many a valuable tool for a range of individuals ranging from students, academics and even at an institutional level....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510118

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Signal Intensity in the Characterization of Odontogenic Lesions: A Systematic Review

Luciana Munhoz, DDS, MS, Shunsuke Okada, DDS, PhD, Miki Hisatomi, DDS, PhD, Mariko Fujita, DDS, PhD, Yudai Shimizu, DDS, Yoshinobu Yanagi, DDS, Emiko Saito Arita, DDS, PhD and Jun-Ich Asaumi, DDS, MDSc

Article Type: Systematic Review | First Published: 2024/01/20

Databases were searched for original research studies up to August 2023. The following keywords were used: "magnetic resonance imaging" combined with "maxillofacial pathology," "oral pathology," "odontogenic tumors," "dental tissue neoplasms," and "odontogenic cysts," as well as the histologic denomination of benign odontogenic lesions according to the World Health Organization classification. No language restrictions were applied....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510117

Breast Accessory Tissue: Essential Insights into Clinical Presentation and Radiological Features on Mammography and Ultrasound

Rafaralahivoavy Tojo Rémi, Rakotonirina Mahefa, Rajaonarison Nyony, Sala Elisa, Akbaraly Cinzia, Ranoharison Dina Hasina and Ahmad Ahmad

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2023/12/17

Accessory breast tissue is considered a normal variant, rather than an abnormality. It can be asymptomatic and mostly presents as an axillary mass. Mammography and ultrasound are identical to those of the normal glandular parenchyma, and all breast pathologies can be found in accessory breast tissue....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510116

Spontaneous Resolution of Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation (CPAM) Type 1 in an 8-Month-Old Female from Ethiopia: A Rare Case Report

Mohammed Adem Mekonnen, MD, Abdudin Heru Mohammed, MD, Zenebe Daniel Getachew, MD, Zeru Seyoum Wondimagegn, MD, Atsede Birhanu Worku, MD, Eleni Getahun Kebede, MD, Hashim Meketa Nigatie, MD and Muluken Yifru Gebresilassie

Article Type: Rare Case Report | First Published: 2023/10/13

Congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM) is an infrequent lung developmental anomaly categorized as part of the broader group of congenital thoracic malformations. Alongside bronchogenic cysts and pulmonary sequestration, CPAM is one of the most prevalent congenital lung anomalies. The malformation arises from abnormalities during embryonic development, leading to atypical bronchial morphogenesis and the development of cystic lesions within the lung tissue ....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510115

Comparison of Brain MRI Findings between Patients with Alzheimer's Disease and Non-Dementia Psychiatric Disorders in the Elderly

Xinyu Ji, Yong Lian, Guanglai Dong, Xiaoqian Ding and Xin Liu

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2023/09/16

Dementia is a common progressive degenerative disease of the central nervous system in the elderly population, with approximately 60% of cases being Alzheimer's disease (AD) [1]. Patients primarily present with memory impairment, accompanied by cognitive and executive dysfunction such as disuse, aphasia, and agnosia, severely affecting their daily lives. ...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510114

Salivary Gland Tumor in Parapharynx Space, Radiologic Evaluation by the Way of Two Cases and Literature Reviewed

F. Medrano, Y.T. Palma, R. Matus, C. Quezada, R. Padilla and G. Carmona

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2023/08/26

The neoplasms of the Parpharyngeal Space (PPS) are rare 0.5%-1% of all head and neck tumors [1]. The PPS is an inverted cone-shaped region that extends from the skull base to the hyoid bone. A complex structure called the tensor-vascular-styloid fascia, divides the PPS into the prestyloid and poststyloid compartments. The PPS can be involved by four different types of neoplastic lesions: Primary tumors (benign or malignant), metastatic lymph nodes, lymph node involvement by lymphoproliferative d...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-3235.1510113

CT Guided Gasserion Ganglion Block - Precise Saviour

Sandeep Botcha, Devara Anil Kashi Vishnuvardhan, K. Ramamurthy and P. Vijayalakshmi

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2023/08/20

The present case report discussed the management of a 62-year-old female patient with medically refractory trigeminal neuralgia with percutaneous CT-guided gasserion ganglion block (CT-GGB). Using Hartel anterior approach, we successfully performed CT-GGB with precise positioning of 22G LP needle tip in the medial aspect of foramen ovale at the base of the skull as was witnessed clinically by the patient as sharp pain along the affected areas of the face, confirmed by serial CT screening until i...

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