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Settembre 9, 2023

Role of MRI with diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) in patients with uterine cervical cancer for intracavitary brachytherapy treatment alignment

Seventeen patients with locally advanced cancer (LACC) undergoing brachytherapy (BRT) after external beam radiotherapy (EBRT) were recruited. MR images were analysed, considering volume and ADC as variables during treatment. A significant decrease in volume during treatment was observed, more pronounced after EBRT than after BRT, which serves as a boost. Conversely, the ADC value appeared to increase somehow linearly with treatment, with mean initial values of 0.71 ± 0.06 × 10−3 mm2/s and final values of 1,29 ± 0.50 × 10−3 mm2/s. In relapsing patients, the difference between initial and post-treatment ADC values seemed significantly smaller compared to responder patients.

Settembre 9, 2023

Patho-radiological correlation of clear cell renal cancer on double energy twim-beam abdominal computed tomography and biopsy samples

Settembre 9, 2023

Evaluation of extraprostatic neoplastic extension through Multiparametric Magnetic Resonance of the Prostate.

The EPE scale by mpMRI of the prostate has moderate accuracy in detecting EPE, with good correlation being observed especially between grades 0 on the EPE scale and the absence of non-focal extension and grade 3 with the presence of non-focal extension. Grades 1 and 2 showed great variability in the results, which can be considered indeterminate.

Settembre 9, 2023

How to differentiate endometrial polyps from endometrial carcinomas on MRI: Tips and tricks

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Settembre 9, 2023

Impact of body composition on clinical outcomes in patients with metastatic hormone sensitive prostate cancer treated with androgen deprivation therapy plus second-generation antiandrogen.

This comprehensive investigation delves deeply into the multifaceted interplay between second-generation antiandrogen treatments, body composition dynamics, and clinical outcomes in mHSPC. Our findings raise intriguing questions about the potential clinical significance of changes in BMI and BCPs, as well as the varying impacts of ABI and APA on disease progression and response. These insights have the potential to inform personalized treatment strategies and enhance our understanding of the intricate relationship between body composition and mHSPC management, ultimately striving for improved therapeutic outcomes and patient well-being.

Settembre 9, 2023

What is the best T1-weighted Dixon protocol for diagnosis of endometriosis?

T1 weighted Dixon sequences can be used for the detection of endometriosis. The acquisition of both axial and sagittal planes allows the highest detection rate with the lowest false positive rate.

Settembre 9, 2023

Development of an interpretable CT radiomics model for the diagnosis of clear cell renal cell carcinoma in small solid renal masses

Al Nasibi, K. et al. Development of a Multiparametric Renal CT Algorithm for Diagnosis of Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma Among Small (≤ 4 cm) Solid Renal Masses. Am. J. Roentgenol. 219, 814–823 (2022).

Settembre 9, 2023

PRACTICAL GUIDE TO PERFORM AND REPORT AN WB-DW-MRI STUDY FOR CARCINOMATOSIS OF GYNECOLOGICAL ORIGIN

Ovarian cancer is the gynecological cancer with the highest mortality. In most cases it is diagnosed at an advanced stage, when the tumor is already spread throughout the peritoneum. The only prognostic factor that improves survival in patients with ovarian cancer is complete cytoreduction (R0). To assess whether this resection is feasible, the most effective imaging study, with the best correlation with the results of surgery, is whole-body MRI with diffusion weighted sequences (WB-DW-MRI). The aim of this work is to provide a practical and complete guide so that any radiologist can confidently perform a study of good diagnostic quality as well as a complete report that contains all the relevant information so that an appropriate decision can be made on the management of the patient.