Clinical radiology
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To investigate the value of new diffusion-weighted imaging applications in the characterisation of suspicious breast lesions with emphasis on diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) and fibre tractography (FT). ⋯ DTI and FT are new applications of DWI. They show promising results for the evaluation of suspicious breast masses and can distinguish between benign and malignant breast lesions with statistical significance approaching contrast-enhanced MRI, which is considered the imaging reference standard for characterising breast lesions.
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To develop and validate an individualised radiomics-clinical nomogram for the prediction of the isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (IDH1) mutation status in primary glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) based on radiomics features and clinical variables. ⋯ A radiomics-clinical nomogram was developed and proved to be valuable in the non-invasive, individualised prediction of the IDH1 mutation status in patients with primary GBM. The nomogram can be applied using clinical conditions to facilitate preoperative patient evaluation.
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Comparative Study
Lung ultrasonography in patients with COVID-19: comparison with CT.
To determine whether findings from lung ultrasound and chest high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) correlate when evaluating COVID-19 pulmonary involvement. ⋯ The present study suggests that among COVID-19 patients, lung ultrasound and HRCT findings agree in quantifying lung involvement and oxygen parameters. In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, lung ultrasound could be a relevant alternative to chest HRCT.
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To understand the impact of COVID-19 on radiology trainee experience and well-being. ⋯ The first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on training and well-being. Lessons learnt from this report should help prepare for a second-wave of COVID-19 or future pandemics.