Heart failure (HF) is rapidly escalating as a significant public health issue, affecting more than 64 million people worldwide [1]. Despite improvements in overall prognosis, HF still carries substantial morbidity and mortality, its rehospitalization rate remains high and is characterized by poor quality of life [2,3].
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Clinical value of the MRA-MTC-rLMC score and cerebral blood flow changes in prognosis evaluation of chronic middle cerebral artery occlusion
Although chronic middle cerebral artery occlusion (CMCAO) is less critical than acute middle cerebral artery (MCA) occlusion, it is associated with a significant risk of mortality and disability. Patients with CMCAO may experience progressive cerebral hypoperfusion due to reduced cerebral blood flow (CBF), which can result in recurrent transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), ischemic strokes, and, in severe cases, death. The recurrence risk of stroke in CMCAO ranges from 3.6 % to 22.0 % [1–3], and af…
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Local anaesthesia and pain management in image-guided breast interventions: Empathy in action
Framework for patient-centred care in image-guided breast interventions: This visual summarises strategies from pre-procedural preparation to sustained learning, including optimised local anaesthetic delivery, technical refinements, and a focus on patient well-being and feedback. These actionable measures integrate expertise and empathy to improve procedural outcomes and support the patient journey
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Comparison of clinical, radiomics, deep learning, and fusion models for predicting early recurrence in locally advanced rectal cancer based on multiparametric MRI: a multicenter study
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, with rectal cancer accounting for approximately one-third of these cases, making it one of the most prevalent forms of colorectal cancer globally [1]. Notably, up to 70 % of rectal cancer patients present with locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) (≥T3 or N+) at diagnosis due to its subtle early symptoms [2]. The high risk of postoperative local recurrence and distant metastasis, pa…
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Deep-learning based automated pancreas segmentation on CT scans of chronic pancreatitis patients
Chronic pancreatitis (CP) is a progressive inflammatory disease associated with several complications, including chronic pain, exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, diabetes, bone loss, risk of pancreatic cancer, and increased mortality [1]. Abdominal computed tomography (CT) in the portal venous phase is the most used diagnostic imaging tool for CP. However, CT has limitations especially for the detection of early CP, which is essential since the destruction of the pancreas is irreversible and can…
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Abdominal vascular compression syndromes: A pictorial review
Abdominal vascular compression syndromes (AVCS) refer to the entrapment of one or more blood vessels between rigid or semirigid surfaces in a restricted space, a phenomenon that may be depicted by different imaging modalities. Epidemiologically, they affect less than 1 % of the general population [1,2]. Although uncommon, their hemodynamic repercussions may lead to several complications and potential morbidity, and should therefore be recognized by radiologists.
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Diagnosis of thyroid cartilage invasion by laryngeal and hypopharyngeal cancers based on CT with deep learning
For patients with laryngeal or hypopharyngeal cancer, preoperative staging plays a critical role in determining appropriate treatment plans and predicting the prognosis. In the staging of laryngeal and hypopharyngeal cancers, the extent of thyroid cartilage invasion is an important criterion for classifying tumors as stage T3 or T4a [1,2]. For localized tumors at stage T3 or below, larynx-preserving treatments may be considered. However, if the cancer is diagnosed as T4a, more invasive treatment…
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Thoracic perforators (IMAP, LICAP, DICAP) for P-to-P and perforator flaps − analysis of localization and anatomy using computed tomography angiography
Defect coverage at the upper thoracic aperture is a challenge that often requires interdisciplinary collaboration. When planning reconstructive surgery, defect size, depth, location, and patient’s characteristics are of utmost importance [1,2]. Complex thoracic defects like chronically infected wounds, radiation ulcers and plastic reconstruction after oncological surgery often require the use of well-vascularized, immunogenic tissue [3,4]. Thoracic perforators, vascular structures originating fr…
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Improving image quality and diagnostic performance using deep learning image reconstruction in 100-kVp CT enterography for patients with wide-range body mass index
The dual-phase CT enterography (CTE) provides the benefits of being non-invasive, rapid, and highly accurate, making it a crucial modality in the screening and management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and intestinal tumors [1,2]. These patients often require frequent CT examinations during the process of disease diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. Although the risks associated with low-level radiation exposure from CT scans are debated, minimizing radiation dose can help mitigate potentia…
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Digital twins in radiology: A systematic review of applications, challenges, and future perspectives
Digital twin (DT or DTs) technology has emerged as a significant innovation with transformative potential across various industries, particularly healthcare. Originating in engineering and manufacturing, DTs are dynamic virtual representations of physical entities that continuously adapt through real-time data integration, advanced analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) [1]. In healthcare, DTs enable the simulation, prediction, and optimization of medical processes, thereby providing a robu…