[Imaging in syndrome complex diabetes mellitus : Current standards and future perspectives.]

[Imaging in syndrome complex diabetes mellitus : Current standards and future perspectives.]
Radiologe. 2015 Feb 26;
Authors: Hetterich H, Schafnitzel A, Bamberg F
Abstract
CLINICAL/METHODICAL ISSUE: Diabetes mellitus is a highly prevalent multisystemic disorder with numerous potential complications and substantial socioeconomic consequences. In many cases, the patient history, physical examination and laboratory tests are not sufficient for a comprehensive evaluation of complicating disorders.
STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS: Imaging modalities, such as sonography, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are of major significance in the evaluation of complicating disorders of diabetes according to current guidelines. Examples include assessment of coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, stroke and diabetic foot syndrome.
METHODICAL INNOVATIONS: Technical developments allow a substantial reduction in radiation dose and scan time in CT and MRI, respectively and could therefore justify a broader application in this patient population.
PERFORMANCE: In the future CT and MRI could also be used for the early detection of diabetic complications. Furthermore, they could also be used for risk stratification, e.g. measurement of hepatic fat content and evaluation of atherosclerosis in whole body MRI.
ACHIEVEMENTS: Prior to widespread application of advanced imaging techniques in t...

Source: Der Radiologe - February 26, 2015 Category: Radiology Authors: Hetterich H, Schafnitzel A, Bamberg F Tags: Radiologe Source Type: research