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Open AccessLow-iodine-dose computed tomography coupled with an artificial intelligence-based contrast-boosting technique in children: a retrospective study on comparison with conventional-iodine-dose computed tomography
Low-iodine-dose computed tomography (CT) protocols have emerged to mitigate the risks associated with contrast injection, often resulting in decreased image quality.
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Open AccessCorrection to: Shear wave elastography and dispersion imaging for hepatic veno‑occlusive disease prediction after pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: a feasibility study
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Open AccessShear wave elastography and dispersion imaging for hepatic veno-occlusive disease prediction after pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: a feasibility study
Non-invasive imaging modalities are warranted for diagnosing and monitoring veno-occlusive disease because early diagnosis and treatment improve the prognosis.
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Ultra-low-dose computed tomography with deep learning reconstruction for craniosynostosis at radiation doses comparable to skull radiographs: a pilot study
Craniofacial computed tomography (CT) is the diagnostic investigation of choice for craniosynostosis, but high radiation dose remains a concern.
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Open AccessThe spectrum of imaging manifestations of Gorham–Stout disease: a novel dynamic contrast-enhanced MR lymphangiography
To describe the radiological features of Gorham–Stout disease (GSD) as evaluated using plain radiography and dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance lymphangiography (DCMRL) imaging techniques.
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Factors influencing outcomes of esophageal balloon dilatation for anastomosis site stenosis after esophageal atresia surgery
Esophageal balloon dilatation is an effective treatment for anastomotic strictures, but the factors affecting the outcome of dilatation remain unclear.
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Deep learning reconstruction in pediatric brain MRI: comparison of image quality with conventional T2-weighted MRI
Deep learning–based MRI reconstruction has recently been introduced to improve image quality. This study aimed to evaluate the performance of deep learning reconstruction in pediatric brain MRI.
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Automated segmentation of whole-body CT images for body composition analysis in pediatric patients using a deep neural network
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Development and evaluation of deep-learning measurement of leg length discrepancy: bilateral iliac crest height difference measurement
Leg length discrepancy (LLD) is a common problem that can cause long-term musculoskeletal problems. However, measuring LLD on radiography is time-consuming and labor intensive, despite being a simple task.
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Open AccessGenerating synthetic contrast enhancement from non-contrast chest computed tomography using a generative adversarial network
This study aimed to evaluate a deep learning model for generating synthetic contrast-enhanced CT (sCECT) from non-contrast chest CT (NCCT). A deep learning model was applied to generate sCECT from NCCT. We col...
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An acquired cerebral arteriovenous malformation after brain abscess treatment: case report and a review of the literature
A cerebral arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a congenital and static disease. However, there are increasing reports of acquired AVMs. The pathophysiology of an acquired AVM has not been fully elucidated but ...
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Open AccessThe usefulness of noninvasive liver stiffness assessment using shear-wave elastography for predicting liver fibrosis in children
Pediatric patients with liver disease require noninvasive monitoring to evaluate the risk of fibrosis progression. This study aimed to identify the significant factors affecting liver stiffness values using tw...
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Noise reduction approach in pediatric abdominal CT combining deep learning and dual-energy technique
To evaluate the image quality of low iodine concentration, dual-energy CT (DECT) combined with a deep learning–based noise reduction technique for pediatric abdominal CT, compared with standard iodine concentr...
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Open AccessFactors associated with neurodevelopment in preterm infants with systematic inflammation
Several studies have suggested that adverse neurodevelopment could be induced by systemic inflammation in preterm infants. We aimed to investigate whether preterm infants with systemic inflammation would have ...
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Cochlear duct length and cochlear distance on preoperative CT: imaging markers for estimating insertion depth angle of cochlear implant electrode
Preoperative estimation of the insertion depth angle of cochlear implant (CI) electrodes is essential for surgical planning. The purpose of this study was to determine the cochlear size using preoperative CT a...
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Open AccessValidation and feasibility of liver T1 map** using free breathing MOLLI sequence in children and young adults
We investigated the feasibility of free-breathing modified Look-Locker inversion recovery (MOLLI) sequence for measuring hepatic T1 values in children and young adults. To investigate the accuracy and the repr...
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Open AccessTreatment outcome and long-term follow-up of central nervous system germ cell tumor using upfront chemotherapy with subsequent photon or proton radiation therapy: a single tertiary center experience of 127 patients
Central nervous system germ cell tumors (CNS GCTs) are a heterogeneous group of brain tumors, which are more common in Asian countries. There have been different therapeutic strategies in treating germinoma an...
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Quantitative evaluation of Crohn’s disease using dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI in children and young adults
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