Pericardial Fat Enhancement: New Computed Tomography Biomarker Influences the Relationship Between Pericardial Fat and Coronary Artery Disease
Purpose:
Studies have shown a modest association between pericardial fat volume (PFV) and coronary artery disease (CAD), potentially mediated by local inflammation. We aimed to investigate the association between a new biomarker of pericardial fat inflammation, named pericardial fat enhancement (PFE), and the severity of CAD on coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA).
Materials and Methods:
We evaluated 114 patients referred for CCTA from 2007 to 2011. PFV, presence of obstructive CAD, and the burden of CAD were determined. PFE was measured in 10 mm2 regions of interest, adjusted to aortic enhancement (aPFE)...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Pneumothorax Rate and Diagnostic Adequacy of Computed Tomography–guided Lung Nodule Biopsies Performed With 18 G Versus 20 G Needles: A Cross-Sectional Study
Conclusion:
No statistically significant difference in pneumothorax rate or diagnostic adequacy was found between 18-G versus 20-G core biopsy needles. Independent risk factors for pneumothorax include emphysema along the biopsy path and nodule distance from the pleural surface. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Preresection Stained Glue Injection to Localize Pulmonary Small Nodules and Ground-glass Opacities
Conclusions:
Blue-stained glue injection is technically feasible and safe to localize pulmonary small nodules and ground-glass opacities before thoracoscopic resection. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Thoracic Radiologists’ Versus Computer Scientists’ Perspectives on the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Radiology
Conclusions:
Thoracic radiologists and CS experts are generally positive on the impact of AI in radiology. However, a larger percentage, but still small minority, of computer scientists predict radiologist obsolescence in 10 to 20 years. As the future of AI in radiology unfolds, this study presents a historical timestamp of which group of experts’ perceptions were closer to eventual reality. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Using Quantitative Computed Tomographic Imaging to Understand Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease: State of the Art and Future Directions
This article reviews the current state of the art for qualitative and qCT assessment of both COPD and fibrotic ILD. Current areas of controversy and limitations of these techniques are discussed, along with the potential future role of artificial intelligence. Recommendations are provided with regard to the current use of these techniques in the management of patients with diffuse lung disease. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Current Evidence in Cardiothoracic Imaging Source Type: research
Preparedness and Best Practice in Radiology Department for COVID-19 and Other Future Pandemics of Severe Acute Respiratory Infection
The COVID-19 global pandemic has emerged as an unprecedented health care crisis. To reduce risks of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 transmission in the Radiology Department, this article describes measures to increase the preparedness of Radiology Department, such as careful screening of staff and patients, thorough disinfection of equipments and rooms, appropriate use of personal protection equipment, and early isolation of patients with incidentally detected computed tomography findings suspicious for COVID-19. The familiarity of radiologists with clinical and imaging manifestations of COVID-19 pneumonia ...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Research Letter Source Type: research
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Chinese Radiologists Are Acting
This article outlines the collaborative actions and efforts by the Chinese radiology field and the situation of front-line health care workers in radiology departments to present the world with experiences and examples of Chinese radiology during the COVID-19 outbreak. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Integrated Radiologic Algorithm for COVID-19 Pandemic
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Commentary Source Type: research
Radiological Society of North America Expert Consensus Statement on Reporting Chest CT Findings Related to COVID-19. Endorsed by the Society of Thoracic Radiology, the American College of Radiology, and RSNA - Secondary Publication
Routine screening CT for the identification of COVID-19 pneumonia is currently not recommended by most radiology societies. However, the number of CTs performed in persons under investigation (PUI) for COVID-19 has increased. We also anticipate that some patients will have incidentally detected findings that could be attributable to COVID-19 pneumonia, requiring radiologists to decide whether or not to mention COVID-19 specifically as a differential diagnostic possibility. We aim to provide guidance to radiologists in reporting CT findings potentially attributable to COVID-19 pneumonia, including standardized language to r...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Computed Tomography Features of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): A Review for Radiologists
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pneumonia has become a global pandemic. Although the rate of new infections in China has decreased, currently, 169 countries report confirmed cases, with many nations showing increasing numbers daily. Testing for COVID-19 infection is performed via reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction, but availability is limited in many parts of the world. The role of chest computed tomography is yet to be determined and may vary depending on the local prevalence of disease and availability of laboratory testing. A common but nonspecific pattern of disease with a somewhat predictable progress...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - June 25, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
A Diabetic Patient With 2019-nCoV (COVID-19) Infection Who Recovered and Was Discharged From Hospital
Novel coronavirus has become a global health hazard and its high infectivity is alarming. The imaging findings of the 2019-nCoV infection in our young diabetic patient featured ground-glass opacities and consolidations in both lungs. The lung lesions may involute rapidly during the course. The patient showed improvement both clinically and on computed tomography imaging at discharged after 2 weeks’ treatment. Computed tomography scans of patients helped monitor the changes continuously, which could timely provide the information of the evolution of the disease or therapeutic effect to clinicians. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - April 22, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Web Exclusive Content: Research Letter Source Type: research
Computed Tomography Manifestations of 5 Cases of the Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pneumonia From Patients Outside Wuhan
Clinical, laboratory, and computed tomography (CT) findings of 5 cases of the novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pneumonia from patients outside of Wuhan were reviewed. The human-to-human transmission of the virus may explain the infection of the disease outside of Wuhan. CT examination is important in the early detection and follow-up of the disease. With a history of exposure or travelling, symptoms of fever and cough, and the typical CT manifestation such as ground-glass opacity with a peripheral distribution, we should also think of the possibility of the COVID-19 pneumonia in patients outside of Wuhan. (Source:...
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - April 22, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Web Exclusive Content: Original Article Source Type: research
Deep Learning Localization of Pneumonia: 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - April 22, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Web Exclusive Content: Research Letter Source Type: research
A Comparative Evaluation of Cardiothoracic Radiology Fellowship Website Content
Conclusion:
Most cardiothoracic radiology fellowship websites were lacking content relevant to prospective fellows. Provision of more relevant and easily accessible online content may support programs to better inform and recruit residents and to promote the specialty of cardiothoracic radiology. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - April 22, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Web Exclusive Content: Original Article Source Type: research
Dual-energy Subtraction Chest Radiography: Application in Cardiovascular Imaging
The chest radiograph is the most frequently performed imaging in radiology and by including the heart and central vessels can suggest the presence of cardiovascular disease. Dual-energy subtraction radiography of the chest provides improved detection of a wide variety of cardiovascular pathologies including coronary artery disease, valvular pathologies, and pericardial disease given the presence of calcification in many subtypes of these diseases. We review the principles of dual-energy subtraction radiography and demonstrate its added value in the assessment of cardiovascular disease. (Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging)
Source: Journal of Thoracic Imaging - April 22, 2020 Category: Radiology Tags: Web Exclusive Content: Pictorial Essay Source Type: research
