Role of postmortem CT in the forensic evaluation of hemopericardium
Publication date: Available online 13 October 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Laura Filograna, Luca Pugliese, Adolfo D'Onofrio, Rosaria Meucci, Michael John Thali, Roberto FlorisHemopericardium (HP) is defined as the accumulation of blood in the pericardial sack. In a clinical setting, prompt identification of the presence of HP is of huge importance, because HP can result in pericardial tamponade. While echocardiography remains the most appropriate method for the evaluation of pericardial effusions in the clinical setting, postmortem imaging computed tomography (PMCT) is a valuable instrument for ...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 21, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Essentials of Spine Trauma Imaging: Radiographs, CT, and MRI
We present a comprehensive review of the indications for spinal imaging in the trauma setting, describe each imaging modality including plain radiographs, multidetector computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, basic anatomy and common fracture patterns, and discuss the traditional spinal injury classification systems and the new Subaxial Cervical Spine Injury Classification and Thoracolumbar Injury Classification and Severity score. (Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI)
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 17, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Nontraumatic Vascular Emergencies of the Neck
Publication date: Available online 28 October 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): John A. Coburn, Edwarda Golden, Justin Brucker, Tabassum A. KennedyNontraumatic vascular emergencies of the head and neck are uncommon, but can occur in patients with central venous catheters, head and neck infections, and in patients with head and neck cancer. Recognizing the imaging findings of vascular complications in these patient populations is critically important to ensure expeditious treatment to avoid significant morbidity and mortality. (Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI)
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 16, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Postmortem Imaging: An Update
Publication date: Available online 28 October 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Francesco Pio Cafarelli, Gianpaolo Grilli, Giulio Zizzo, Giuseppe Bertozzi, Nicola Giuliani, Pasuk Mahakkanukrauh, Antonio Pinto, Giuseppe GuglielmiPostmortem imaging is a fascinating field of forensic radiology that has seen extraordinary growth in the last 10 years. Indeed, if autopsy represents the sole reliable method of determining the definitive cause of death, imaging may provide an efficient guide to supplement conventional autopsy. This is particularly true because of several techniques that are currently availab...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 16, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Emergency Imaging of the Nontraumatic Pediatric Head and Neck
Publication date: Available online 28 October 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Jennifer VaughnPediatric patients present emergently with a wide variety of infectious, inflammatory, congenital, traumatic, and neoplastic conditions. Imaging plays a crucial role in distinguishing among the potential diagnoses, as often, history and physical exam is limited in these young sick patients. Understanding the imaging appearance of the range of conditions which are commonly encountered and their potential complications, facilitates appropriate and expedient management. The radiologist must recognize the benef...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 16, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Letter from the Founding Editor
Publication date: Available online 15 November 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Howard W. Raymond (Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI)
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 16, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Emergencies in Neuroradiology II: The Spine
Publication date: Available online 15 November 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Humberto Morales (Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI)
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 16, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Infectious Spondylitis Mimics: Mechanisms of Disease and Imaging Findings
Publication date: Available online 15 November 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Humberto MoralesAbstractInfectious processes of the spine are on the rise; in this scenario recognition of entities imitating infection is very important. The disco-vertebral unit is regarded as one of the most important and active sites in the spine. Importantly, the vertebral bony rim and the anterior corners of the vertebral bodies have significant vascularization, they are the last regions to ossify in the developmental process and suffer mechanical forces. Early septic or aseptic discitis-osteomyelitis, properly cal...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 16, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Postsurgical Spine: Techniques, Expected Imaging Findings, and Complications
Publication date: Available online 31 October 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): A. Orlando Ortiz, Alexandre de Moura, Blake A. JohnsonPostsurgical spine imaging actually commences with the preoperative and perioperative imaging examinations that are performed before and during the patient's surgical procedure, respectively. It is in this context that postsurgical spine imaging examinations are best evaluated with a better appreciation of the changes, sometimes dramatic, that can occur following spine surgery. Careful follow-up is the rule in spine surgery, and these patients will have multiple imagin...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 15, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Imaging of Nontraumatic Temporal Bone Emergencies
Publication date: Available online 30 October 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Nitesh Shekhrajka, Gul MoonisThis section aims to cover the non-traumatic pathologies affecting the temporal bone including external auditory canal, middle ear and inner ear which usually need emergent clinical attention. Many of the conditions in this section are secondary to infections in different clinical settings with resultant complications which may leave temporary or permanent sequelae if not suspected, timely diagnosed or treated. (Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI)
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 15, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Letter From the Guest Editor: Forensic Radiology
Publication date: Available online 10 November 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Antonio Pinto (Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI)
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 11, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Role of radiology in the assessment of skeletons from archeological sites
Publication date: Available online 13 October 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Marta Licata, Adelaide Tosi, Rosagemma Ciliberti, Paola Badino, Antonio PintoRadiology is an indispensable investigative tool for physical anthropologists and paleopathologists. Since its birth in 1895, X-ray has been useful in studying archeobiological finds. As a nondestructive technique of investigations, radiology allows for analysis of archeological finds without damaging them.Radiological investigations in anthropology are very important to assist: (1) reconstruction of biological profile (age at death, sex, stature...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 7, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Chronic Airspace Diseases
Publication date: Available online 6 November 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Jitesh Ahuja, Girish S. Shroff, Yasmeen Mawlawi, Mylene T. TruongAbstractAirspace disease can be acute or chronic and commonly present as consolidation or ground glass opacity on chest imaging. Consolidation or ground glass opacity occurs when alveolar air is replaced by fluid, pus, blood, cells or other material. Airspace disease is considered chronic when it persists beyond 4 to 6 weeks after treatment. These can be secondary to certain infectious, inflammatory or neoplastic conditions. Computed tomography (CT) of the c...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 7, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Gunshot wounds: ballistics and imaging findings
Publication date: Available online 2 November 2018Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRIAuthor(s): Antonio Pinto, Anna Russo, Alfonso Reginelli, Francesca Iacobellis, Marco Di Serafino, Sabrina Giovine, Luigia RomanoAbstractBallistic traumas are defined by a projectile entering the body. Such projectiles include bullets, birdshot, metal fragments from the covering or the contents of an explosive device. They frequently cause severe wounds characterized by a range of clinical pictures and a large spectrum of concomitant wounds.The major aims of imaging are to define the path of the projectile or projectiles, to evaluate...
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 3, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Occupational Lung Diseases: Underreported Diagnosis in Radiological Practice
This article aims to provide an overview of the main occupational lung diseases with attention to diagnostic possibilities of the different imaging techniques. The issue of the radiological error is investigated providing tools to minimize it in the daily practice. (Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI)
Source: Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI - November 3, 2018 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
