Epicardial Adipose Tissue Thickness and Preserved Ejection Fraction Heart Failure
AbstractPurpose of the ReviewPreserved ejection fraction heart failure and obesity frequently coexist. Whether obesity plays a consistent role in the pathogenesis of preserved ejection fraction heart failure is unclear. Accumulation of visceral adiposity underlies the pathogenic aftermaths of obesity. However, visceral adiposity imaging is assessed by computed tomography or magnetic resonance and thus not routinely available. In contrast, epicardial adiposity thickness is assessed by echocardiography and thus routinely available. We review the rationale for assessing epicardial adiposity thickness in patients with preserve...
Source: Current Hypertension Reports - April 20, 2024 Category: Primary Care Source Type: research
Intracranial extra-axial chondromas: clues to computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging diagnosis
ConclusionThe imaging appearances of frontal extra-axial chondromas and cavernous sinus chondromas may have different imaging appearances. Although there is a wide range of imaging findings, the absence of restricted diffusion, perifocal edema, enhancement, and presence of low signals on T1-weighted MR images in a well-circumscribed calcified extra-axial mass should suggest an intracranial chondroma. (Source: Acta Neurologica Belgica)
Source: Acta Neurologica Belgica - April 20, 2024 Category: Neurology Source Type: research
Sex difference in the association of dietary fiber intake with visceral fat volume in Japanese adults
ConclusionWe observed a sex-specific association between dietary fiber intake and VFV in Japanese adults. This study suggests that efforts against visceral fat accumulation should take account of the source of dietary fiber. (Source: European Journal of Nutrition)
Source: European Journal of Nutrition - April 20, 2024 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
A report of fifty cases with incidental diagnosis of anomalous origin of the right coronary artery from the left sinus of Valsalva
Anomalous origin of the right coronary artery from the left sinus of Valsalva (R-ACAOS) is a relatively rare condition that can potentially lead to devastating outcomes. The current study aims to investigate the cardiac-related disorders among patients with incidental R-ACAOS diagnosis through computed tomography angiography (CTA). (Source: International Journal of Cardiology)
Source: International Journal of Cardiology - April 20, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Amirreza Sajjadieh Khajouei, Pedram Payandeh, Sayed Ali Emami, Manizheh Danesh Source Type: research
Prognostic value of serial Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography-derived Perivascular Fat Attenuation Index and Plaque volume in patients with suspected coronary artery disease
To investigate the prognostic value of serial coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) derived plaque information, fractional flow reserve (CT-FFR), and perivascular fat attenuation index (FAI) on major adverse cardiac events (MACE) in patients with suspected coronary artery disease. (Source: Clinical Radiology)
Source: Clinical Radiology - April 20, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Xinjie Sun, Yaru Zhu, Ninggui Zhang, Kangzheng Yuan, Jun Ling, Jing Ye Source Type: research
Baseline parenchymal blood volume is a potential prognostic imaging biomarker in patients with malignant liver tumors treated with transarterial chemoembolization
ConclusionOur study reveals a noteworthy correlation between high initial PBV values and a significant reduction in both relative and absolute tumor volume. This association suggests a potential prognostic indicator, indicating that elevated PBV may signify a more favorable response to transarterial chemoembolization (TACE). Additionally, patients with high initial PBV values experienced an extended overall survival time. Notably, the subgroup analysis highlighted a prolonged survival time in the HCC group with elevated initial PBV values. These findings underscore the potential significance of assessing PBV as a predictiv...
Source: Abdominal Imaging - April 20, 2024 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Epicardial Adipose Tissue Thickness and Preserved Ejection Fraction Heart Failure
AbstractPurpose of the ReviewPreserved ejection fraction heart failure and obesity frequently coexist. Whether obesity plays a consistent role in the pathogenesis of preserved ejection fraction heart failure is unclear. Accumulation of visceral adiposity underlies the pathogenic aftermaths of obesity. However, visceral adiposity imaging is assessed by computed tomography or magnetic resonance and thus not routinely available. In contrast, epicardial adiposity thickness is assessed by echocardiography and thus routinely available. We review the rationale for assessing epicardial adiposity thickness in patients with preserve...
Source: Current Hypertension Reports - April 20, 2024 Category: Primary Care Source Type: research
Bone mineral density, turnover, and microarchitecture assessed by second-generation high-resolution peripheral quantitative computed tomography in patients with Sheehan ’s syndrome
ConclusionLow areal BMD (aBMD) is highly prevalent in SS as compared to age- and BMI-matched controls. However, there were no significant differences in bone microarchitectural measurements, except for tibial cortical vBMD, which was lower in adequately treated SS patients. (Source: Osteoporosis International)
Source: Osteoporosis International - April 19, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Mounier-Kuhn Syndrome in poorly controlled asthma
CONCLUSIONS: Despite its rarity, this syndrome significantly impacts patients' quality of life. Diagnosis and management involve comprehensive evaluations including computed tomography, with a multidisciplinary approach including pulmonologists and radiologists. Exploring its clinical features, associations with other respiratory diseases and treatment options is crucial in managing this rare respiratory condition.PMID:38639468 | DOI:10.1080/02770903.2024.2344168 (Source: Journal of Asthma)
Source: Journal of Asthma - April 19, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Marta Sol ís García Carolina Cisneros Serrano Ana Sof ía Martín Hernández Jose Mar ía Eiros Bachiller Celeste Marcos Source Type: research
Spontaneous pneumomediastinum and pneumopericardium in a young male with asthma
Conclusion: This case outlines the presentation, diagnosis, and management of concurrent spontaneous pneumomediastinum and pneumopericardium.PMID:38639651 | DOI:10.1080/02770903.2024.2346151 (Source: Journal of Asthma)
Source: Journal of Asthma - April 19, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Ivy M Fan Sarah Goh Joe Choi Daniel J Tan Source Type: research
A practical guide for the use of apalutamide for non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer in Australia
Asia Pac J Clin Oncol. 2024 Apr 19. doi: 10.1111/ajco.14054. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTStudies of patients with castrate-resistant prostate cancer at high risk of developing overt metastases but with no current evidence of evaluable disease on computed tomography or bone scan non-metastatic castrate-resistant prostrate cancer have demonstrated increased metastasis-free survival and overall survival following treatment with the next-generation oral anti-androgen apalutamide (in addition to therapies that aim to lower testosterone to castrate levels) or luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone antagonist or surgical castrat...
Source: Clinical Prostate Cancer - April 19, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Gavin Marx Simon Chowdhury Laurence Krieger Elizabeth Hovey Jeremy Shapiro Ben Tran Thean Hsiang Tan Siobhan Ng Henry H Woo Source Type: research
Endovascular Treatment of a Contained Rupture of a Penetrating Aortic Ulcer in a Young Patient
Cureus. 2024 Mar 18;16(3):e56428. doi: 10.7759/cureus.56428. eCollection 2024 Mar.ABSTRACTPenetrating aortic ulcer (PAU) is a component of acute aortic syndromes (AASs), encompassing a range of potentially life-threatening aortic conditions such as dissection, intramural hematoma (IMH), and PAU itself. Ruptured PAU constitutes an emergency requiring surgical intervention. Here, we present a case involving a 47-year-old male patient admitted to our emergency department due to severe abdominal pain, malaise, and tenderness of the abdominal wall, which commenced abruptly several hours prior. An emergency CT scan revealed a la...
Source: Atherosclerosis - April 19, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Alexander T Daskalov Source Type: research
Assessment of maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures in skeletal Class II patients with different growth patterns
CONCLUSIONS: Although Class I patients displayed significantly greater oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airway volumes, there was no significant difference in respiratory muscle strength or airway function between Class II patients with different growth patterns and the Class I control group. The findings underscore the significance of exploring factors beyond craniofacial growth patterns that may contribute to sleep-related breathing disorders.PMID:38639454 | DOI:10.2319/071723-496.1 (Source: The Angle Orthodontist)
Source: The Angle Orthodontist - April 19, 2024 Category: Dentistry Authors: Hita Rangarajan Irfan Ismail Ayub Sridevi Padmanabhan Source Type: research
A practical guide for the use of apalutamide for non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer in Australia
Asia Pac J Clin Oncol. 2024 Apr 19. doi: 10.1111/ajco.14054. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTStudies of patients with castrate-resistant prostate cancer at high risk of developing overt metastases but with no current evidence of evaluable disease on computed tomography or bone scan non-metastatic castrate-resistant prostrate cancer have demonstrated increased metastasis-free survival and overall survival following treatment with the next-generation oral anti-androgen apalutamide (in addition to therapies that aim to lower testosterone to castrate levels) or luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone antagonist or surgical castrat...
Source: Clinical Prostate Cancer - April 19, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Gavin Marx Simon Chowdhury Laurence Krieger Elizabeth Hovey Jeremy Shapiro Ben Tran Thean Hsiang Tan Siobhan Ng Henry H Woo Source Type: research
Impact of 18F-FDG PET/CT in the management decisions of breast cancer board on early-stage breast cancer
ConclusionsIn conclusion, this study highlights the importance of adherence to the guidelines and appropriate use of PET/CT in early-stage breast cancer management. PET/CT should be reserved for cases where it is clinically warranted, considering the potential economic burden and minimal impact on treatment decisions of breast cancer tumor board in this patient population. (Source: Clinical and Translational Oncology)
Source: Clinical and Translational Oncology - April 19, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
