Coronary CT angiography (CCTA) has a high negative predictive value for chronic coronary artery disease and is widely used as a first-line test for patients with chest pain [1]. However, due to the radiation exposure associated with CCTA, continuous efforts to minimize the radiation dose while maintaining diagnostic image quality are crucial [2,3]. Lower radiation CCTA is particularly important for patients sensitive to radiation, such as young and female patients [4,5]. Over the past 15 years, …
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An improved ultrasound-guided injection technique for treatment of plantar fasciitis
We read with great interest the recently published article by Gurun et al, which presents valuable insights into the sonographic assessment of plantar fasciitis (PF) [1]. While we appreciate the authors for their great contributions to the treatment of PF and the use of ultrasonography, we would like to underscore our concerns about the injection technique described in the methodology section.
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Artificial intelligence-assisted detection of fractures on radiographs with BoneView: a systematic review
Fractures are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries encountered in clinical practice. Over the past decades, the global absolute incidence, prevalence, and years lived with disability due to fractures have increased, largely driven by an ageing population [1]. Accurate and timely fracture detection is essential for appropriate management and optimal patient outcomes.
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Diagnostic accuracy of radiomics in risk stratification of gastrointestinal stromal tumors: A systematic review and meta-analysis
This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the diagnostic accuracy of radiomics in risk stratification of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs). It focused on evaluating radiomic models as a non-invasive tool in clinical practice.
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MRI for assessing abdominal organs iron concentration: A comparative study between the relaxometry methods
Iron overload (IO) disorders represent a variety of conditions that lead to increased total body iron stores and resultant end-organ damage [1]. IO has been found to increase the risk of heart failure, osteoarthritis, liver disease, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, and, in some cases, premature death [2–6]. Since the liver is the main organ where iron storage consistently increases with increasing total body iron [7], liver biopsy is often used to assess body IO [7,8]. Nevertheless, this s…
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Split-bolus DECT in pediatric CTU: Clinical Promise, methodological caveats
We commend Zhang et al. for exploring the combined application of split-bolus contrast injection and dual-energy CT (DECT) scanning in pediatric CT urography (CTU) [1]. Their prospective design and focus on reducing radiation exposure while enhancing image quality in a vulnerable population are highly valuable. However, we wish to highlight two methodological concerns that may influence the clinical generalizability and interpretability of their findings
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Medical image falsification in radiology science
Radiology plays a crucial role in improving patient outcomes, and its importance in healthcare continues to grow. Radiologists and clinicians rely on scientific publications to support the meaningful use of medical imaging technology in clinical practice. Radiology is an image-oriented discipline, and medical images in a scientific article play a major role in communicating a study’s findings to readers.
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Recompensation after transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt reduces mortality risk: A long-term follow-up study
Cirrhosis is a chronic progressive liver disease characterized by the replacement of normal liver architecture with fibrous tissue and regenerative nodules, leading to gradual loss of liver function and potentially triggering a range of serious complications [1,2]. The progression of cirrhosis can be divided into compensated and decompensated stages [3,4]. Traditionally, decompensation was considered an irreversible stage of the disease. However, recent studies have shown that decompensated cirr…
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Quantitative assessment of spinal cord injury in cervical spondylotic Myelopathy: A Comparison study of MAGiC and MUSE-DTI
Conventional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spinal cord is a crucial diagnostic tool for assessing spinal cord injury in cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM), as well as for post-surgical follow-ups and rehabilitation monitoring[1]. Conventional MRI sequences, such as T1-weighted imaging (T1WI) and T2-weighted imaging (T2WI) offer valuable information about the level of damage and intramedullary or extramedullary abnormalities (e.g., edema and hemorrhage), spinal cord compression, disk…