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MRI imaging features for predicting macrotrabecular-massive subtype hepatocellular carcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis
To identify significant MRI features associated with macrotrabecular-massive hepatocellular carcinoma (MTM-HCC), and to assess the distribution of Liver Imaging Radiology and Data System (LI-RADS, LR) category...
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Can “no-touch” radiofrequency ablation for hepatocellular carcinoma improve local tumor control? Systematic review and meta-analysis
Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is one of the curative treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), but local tumor progression (LTP) has been a main limitation of RFA. This study aims to evaluate...
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Hepatobiliary phase hypointense nodule without arterial phase hyperenhancement: are they at risk of HCC recurrence after ablation or surgery? A systematic review and meta-analysis
To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine intrahepatic distant recurrence (IDR) risk of hepatobiliary phase (HBP) hypointense nodules without arterial phase hyperenhancement (APHE) on pretr...
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Balloon-Expandable Biodegradable Stents Versus Self-Expandable Metallic Stents: A Comparison Study of Stent-Induced Tissue Hyperplasia in the Rat Urethra
To compare the degrees of stent-induced tissue hyperplasia of balloon-expandable, biodegradable stents (BEBSs) with those of self-expandable metallic stents (SEMSs) in a rat urethral model.
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Open AccessAbdominal imaging findings in adult patients with Fontan circulation
The Fontan procedures, designed to treat paediatric patients with functional single ventricles, have markedly improved the patient’s survival into adulthood. The physiology of the Fontan circuit inevitably inc...
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Biphasic and protracted anaphylaxis to iodinated contrast media
To investigate the prevalence of biphasic and protracted anaphylaxis to iodinated contrast media (ICM), their risk factors and practical observation duration for detecting biphasic reaction.
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Outcome and CT differentiation of gallbladder neuroendocrine tumours from adenocarcinomas
To retrospectively investigate clinical outcome and differential CT features of gallbladder (GB) neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) from adenocarcinomas (ADCs).
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Usefulness of multifunctional gastrointestinal coil catheter for colorectal stent placement
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of a multifunctional gastrointestinal coil catheter for stent placement in 98 patients with colorectal strictures. The catheter was used in 98 consecuti...
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Removal of retrievable self-expandable urethral stents: experience in 58 stents
The purpose of this study was to retrospectively evaluate the safety and efficacy of removing retrievable self-expandable urethral stents using a retrieval hook wire. Under fluoroscopic guidance, the removal o...
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Influence of a dexamethasone-eluting covered stent on tissue reaction: an experimental study in a canine bronchial model
This study was designed to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of a dexamethasone (DXM)-eluting, covered, self-expanding metallic stent to reduce tissue reaction following stent placement in a canine bronchi...