Journal of computer assisted tomography
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J Comput Assist Tomogr · Jan 2009
Diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging of breast lesions: first experiences at 3 T.
Dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has been established as a valuable tool for the detection of breast cancer. There is evidence suggesting that diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) may be useful to distinguish between malignant and benign breast lesions. We seek to evaluate the ability of DWI to differentiate between malignant and benign breast lesions at 3 T. ⋯ Diffusion-weighted imaging at 3 T is highly sensitive in the detection of malignant breast lesions even with qualitative assessment alone, whereas ADC measurement offers quantitative assessment and increases the specificity to more than 90%. Further studies involving a larger cohort size and a wider spectrum of breast lesions are indicated.
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The purpose of this study is to evaluate the incidence, location, and associated findings of extensor mechanism injuries in the setting of tibiofemoral knee dislocations. ⋯ Medial patellofemoral ligament injuries can be associated with tibiofemoral knee dislocations. In addition, patellar tendon injuries can also occur, although these are usually partial tears.
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J Comput Assist Tomogr · Nov 2008
Longitudinally monitoring chemotherapy effect of malignant musculoskeletal tumors with in vivo proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy: an initial experience.
To investigate the value of in vivo proton (H) magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) in longitudinally monitoring the treatment response of malignant musculoskeletal tumors under chemotherapy. ⋯ In vivo proton MRS is technically feasible for the evaluation of musculoskeletal tumors. Choline can be detected in malignant bone and soft-tissue tumors, and the early metabolite changes after chemotherapy can also be identified in the in vivo proton MRS by using a standard clinical-use 1.5-T MR scanner and a surface coil. The decline of choline after treatment in malignant bone and soft-tissue tumors correlates with the response of the dynamic contrast MR images and the tumor size. The information provided with MR imaging and proton MRS may improve the diagnostic specificity of MR examination in the follow-up of tumor treatment.
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J Comput Assist Tomogr · Nov 2008
Diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging for characterization of focal liver masses: impact of parallel imaging (SENSE) and b value.
To evaluate the impact of parallel imaging (sensitivity encoding [SENSE] technique) on diffusion-weighted (DW) magnetic resonance imaging, compare DW imaging techniques with 2 different b values for characterization of focal hepatic lesions, and determine apparent diffusion coefficient cutoff values. ⋯ Diffusion-weighted imaging with a b value of 1000 s/mm2 and SENSE has the potential to differentiate hepatic focal lesions with improved sensitivity and specificity.
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J Comput Assist Tomogr · Nov 2008
ReviewComputed tomographic and magnetic resonance imaging findings of asymptomatic intra-abdominal gastrointestinal system lipomas.
Lipomas are common benign mesenchymal neoplasms documented in literature. This study aimed to describe the computed tomographic (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings of gastrointestinal system lipomas, all of which are incidentally found in routine abdominal imaging studies. ⋯ Lipomas can incidentally be found and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of soft tissue gastrointestinal system-related masses. Computed tomographic or MRI examinations can correctly diagnose a lipoma nonoperatively, thereby allowing better treatment planning.