Highlights

Imaging and endovascular treatment of acute ischemic stroke

Aug 30, 2019

Due to the new methods of dealing with the acute ischemic stroke in the last decade, the authors of this paper set out to review the imaging strategies in acute stroke and to debate several of them that might change in the near future. Article: Current concepts in...

Validation of 2D SENSE-based MR sequence

Aug 23, 2019

This study aimed to provide clinical validation of a 2D SENSE-based accelerated cardiovascular magnetic resonance sequence and to investigate if this technique is accurate in quantifying left ventricle volumes, function, and mass compared to 2D cine steady-state free...

MRI in organ-preserving strategies for rectal cancer

Aug 16, 2019

The most effective strategy for treating patients with rectal cancer is the total mesorectal excision. However, due to the high morbidity associated with this radical surgical procedure, surgeons might deem it as overtreatment in some cases. In this review, the...

Hybrid imaging in Europe

Aug 9, 2019

The authors of this study set out to assess the current state of hybrid imaging in Europe with regards to operations, reading, reporting, qualification, and training. Two surveys were sent out and with responses from 26 European countries, the authors concluded a...

Cryoablation and immunotherapy: can they work together?

Jul 31, 2019

Cryoablation can be used for destroying cancer cells via osmosis and necrosis by freezing them. With necrosis, it is hypothesised that the immune system can induce an immune-specific reaction than can, in theory, affect cancer cells. This article reviews the...

Neuroimaging assessment in Down syndrome: a pictorial review

Jul 19, 2019

The authors of this paper set out to review and systematize the distinguishing characteristics and abnormalities that can be found in Down syndrome patients. The focus of this study was on the radiological findings in the central nervous system, head and neck, and...