Review of imaging recommendations from Response Assessment in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology (RAPNO)
AbstractThe Response Assessment in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology (RAPNO) working group includes neuroradiologists, neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, and clinicians in various additional specialties. This review paper will summarize the imaging recommendations from RAPNO for the six RAPNO publications to date covering pediatric low-grade glioma, pediatric high-grade glioma, medulloblastoma and other leptomeningeal seeding tumors, diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, ependymoma, and craniopharyngioma. (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 21, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging in thoracic tuberculosis in the pediatric population: moving beyond conventional radiology
AbstractImaging is crucial in the diagnostic work-up and follow-up after treatment in children with thoracic tuberculosis (TB). Despite various technological advances in imaging modalities, chest radiography is the primary imaging modality for initial care and in emergency settings, especially in rural areas and where resources are limited. Ultrasonography (US) of the thorax in TB is one of the emerging applications of US as a radiation-free modality in children. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the ideal radiation-free, emerging imaging modality for thoracic TB in children. However, only limited published data is avail...
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 21, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Single impact trauma and bilateral skull fractures in infants
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Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 18, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Brand ferumoxytol vs. generic ferumoxytol comparison across two dosing regimens: a cardiac MRI image quality study
ConclusionsNo significant difference was identified between 2 mg/kg GF and BF in terms of safety profile and image quality. Given the small sample size of this study, further studies are required to confirm these results.Graphical Abstract (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 14, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Understanding the diagnosis of superior mesenteric artery syndrome: analysis of the location of duodenal impression on upper gastrointestinal studies
ConclusionRight-of-midline duodenal impression is a normal anatomic finding caused by the IVC and should not be confused with superior mesenteric artery syndrome. In the presence of an appropriate clinical context, proximal duodenal dilation, “to-and-fro” motion of contrast, and duodenal impression at mid-to-left of midline, a diagnosis of superior mesenteric artery syndrome should be considered.Graphical Abstract (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 14, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Pelvis radiographs in children with cerebral palsy: effects of patient positioning on calculating migration percentages
ConclusionInter-rater reliability of measured migration percentages is high, but accuracy decreases with patient positional changes.Graphical abstract (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 14, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Percutaneous treatment of symptomatic deep vein thrombosis in adolescents using large-bore thrombectomy systems
ConclusionsThis preliminary experience demonstrated high rates of technical and clinical success with large-bore deep venous thrombectomy in adolescent patients across a range of thrombus chronicity and locations.Graphical Abstract (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 11, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Diagnostic accuracy of whole-body magnetic resonance imaging versus positron emission tomography-computed tomography for the staging of pediatric lymphoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionWhole-body MRI has high sensitivity for staging of pediatric lymphoma and may be a useful alternative to PET-CT.Graphical abstract (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 10, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Observer- and radiomics model-based computed tomography classification of suppurative versus tuberculous lymphadenitis complicated with nodal necrosis of the neck in children
ConclusionCompared to observer-based CT image analyses, radiomics model-based CT image analyses exhibit better performance in the differential diagnosis of cervical suppurative and tuberculous lymphadenitis complicated with nodal necrosis in children.Graphical abstract (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 9, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Prenatal imaging of the normal and abnormal spinal cord: recommendations from the Fetal Task Force of the European Society of Paediatric Radiology (ESPR) and the European Society of Neuroradiology (ESNR) Pediatric Neuroradiology Committee
AbstractSpinal dysraphisms are amenable to diagnosis in utero. The prognosis and the neonatal management of these conditions differ significantly depending on their types, mainly on the distinction between open and closed defects. A detailed evaluation not only of the fetal spine, but also of the brain, skull, and lower limbs is essential in allowing for the right diagnosis. In this article, recommendations from the Fetal Task Force of the European Society of Paediatric Radiology (ESPR) and the European Society of Neuroradiology (ESNR) Pediatric Neuroradiology Committee will be presented. The aim of this paper is to revi...
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 7, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
First experience with real-time magnetic resonance imaging-based investigation of respiratory influence on cardiac function in pediatric congenital heart disease patients with chronic right ventricular volume overload
ConclusionIn pediatric patients with CHD and chronic RV volume overload, cardiac real-time MRI during free breathing in combination with respiratory-based binning indicates an impaired Frank-Starling relationship of the RV.Graphical Abstract (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 5, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Clinical application of magnetic resonance elastography in pediatric neurological disorders
AbstractMagnetic resonance elastography is a relatively new, rapidly evolving quantitative magnetic resonance imaging technique which can be used for mapping the viscoelastic mechanical properties of soft tissues. MR elastography measurements are akin to manual palpation but with the advantages of both being quantitative and being useful for regions which are not available for palpation, such as the human brain. MR elastography is noninvasive, well tolerated, and complements standard radiological and histopathological studies by providing in vivo measurements that reflect tissue microstructural integrity. While brain MR el...
Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 5, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Disparities in paediatric radiology research publications from low- and lower middle-income countries: Pediatric Radiology editors as advocates
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Source: Pediatric Radiology - October 4, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Conflicting views of physicians and surgeons concerning pediatric urinary tract infection: a comparative review
ConclusionThere are two distinct directions in the literature regarding the investigation of an uncomplicated first febrile UTI in a child. In general, when presented with a first febrile UTI in a child, physicians recommend fewer investigations and less treatment, in contrast to surgeons who advocate extensive investigation and aggressive intervention in the event that imaging detects an abnormality. This has the potential to confuse the carers of affected children. (Source: Pediatric Radiology)
Source: Pediatric Radiology - September 30, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Expanding the reach of nuclear medicine by bringing imaging to the patient
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Source: Pediatric Radiology - September 30, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
