AJR. American journal of roentgenology
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The purpose of this study was to analyze the MDCT and MRI findings in patients with unroofed coronary sinus syndrome. ⋯ CT and MRI facilitate definite diagnosis of unroofed coronary sinus syndrome.
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AJR Am J Roentgenol · Nov 2010
ReviewIncidental thyroid nodules on chest CT: Review of the literature and management suggestions.
This article will review the current literature regarding the detection of thyroid nodules with an emphasis on CT diagnosis. We will also discuss management strategies. ⋯ With advances in cross-sectional imaging, the detection of incidental thyroid nodules has increased significantly. Detection of thyroid nodules is common on chest CT that is being performed for unrelated reasons. The workup of these nodules can be timeconsuming and expensive.
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AJR Am J Roentgenol · Nov 2010
ReviewEmbryology and developmental defects of the interatrial septum.
The various types of atrial septal defects (ASDs) can be differentiated on the basis of their imaging appearance on MDCT. ⋯ It is fundamental for the cardiac imager to understand the embryologic development of the interatrial septum and the morphogenic differences of ASDs.
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AJR Am J Roentgenol · Nov 2010
Knowledge and attitudes of emergency department patients regarding radiation risk of CT: Effects of age, sex, race, education, insurance, body mass index, pain, and seriousness of illness.
The purpose of this study was to assess knowledge and attitudes about radiation from CT among emergency department patients with symptoms prompting CT who were stratified on the basis of demographic variables, pain, and perceived illness. ⋯ Patients did not estimate the risk of development of cancer from their imaging examinations as high and were more concerned about having their condition diagnosed with CT than about the risk of future cancer. Knowledge and attitudes differed by age, race, education, insurance status, and pain level but not by sex, body mass index, or perceived seriousness of condition.
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Athletes can have pain derived from fractures or alternate pathology. Skeletal scintigraphy may detect abnormalities before anatomic imaging and provides a practical tool for whole-body imaging. However, study interpretation in children can be challenging. This pictorial essay describes a technique for pediatric skeletal scintigraphy and reviews findings commonly encountered in athletes. ⋯ Skeletal scintigraphy complements anatomic findings in pediatric athletes. Familiarity with imaging technique and study interpretation can improve diagnosis.