AJR. American journal of roentgenology
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AJR Am J Roentgenol · Oct 2013
Comparative StudyMDCT in the assessment of laryngeal trauma: value of 2D multiplanar and 3D reconstructions.
The purpose of this study was to analyze fracture patterns and related effects of laryngeal trauma and to assess the value of 2D multiplanar reformation (MPR) and 3D reconstruction. ⋯ The use of 2D MPR and 3D volume rendering with or without virtual endoscopy improved assessment of thyroid and hyoid bone fractures, arytenoid luxations, and laryngotracheal narrowing, providing helpful data for optimal management.
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AJR Am J Roentgenol · Oct 2013
Cost-effectiveness of a novel blood-pool contrast agent in the setting of chest pain evaluation in an emergency department.
We evaluated three diagnostic strategies with the objective of comparing the current standard of care for individuals presenting acute chest pain and no history of coronary artery disease (CAD) with a novel diagnostic strategy using an emerging technology (blood-pool contrast agent [BPCA]) to identify the potential benefits and cost reductions. ⋯ BPCAs could have a significant impact in the diagnosis of acute chest pain, in particular for populations with high incidences of CIN. In addition, a BPCA strategy could garner further savings if currently excluded phenomena including renal disease and incidental findings were included in the decision model.