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Distinct CT imaging features of new liver metastases from primary genitourinary cancers
To apply natural language processing (NLP) to a large volume of structured radiology reports in the investigation of CT imaging features of new liver metastases from primary genitourinary cancers.
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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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Open AccessSarcomatoid renal cell carcinoma: MRI features and their association with survival
To evaluate MRI features of sarcomatoid renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and their association with survival.
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Fat-containing adnexal masses on MRI: solid tissue volume and fat distribution as a guide for O-RADS Score assignment
To explore ways to improve O-RADS MRI scoring for fat-containing adnexal masses, by investigating methods for quantifying solid tissue volume and fat distribution and evaluating their associations with maligna...
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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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Open AccessMedical student education through flipped learning and virtual rotations in radiation oncology during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross sectional research
The COVID-19 pandemic has stripped many medical students worldwide of their right to quality education. In response, we developed hybrid courses involving aspects of both online and in-person teaching for radi...
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LI-RADS treatment response algorithm for detecting incomplete necrosis in hepatocellular carcinoma after locoregional treatment: a systematic review and meta-analysis using individual patient data
To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis using individual patient data to investigate the diagnostic performance of Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System (LI-RADS) Treatment Response (TR) algorithm f...
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Prognostic and predictive values of interim 18F-FDG PET during neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy for esophageal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis
To determine the prognostic and predictive value of early metabolic response assessed by a change in standardized uptake value (SUV) on interim 18F-FDG PET in patients with esophageal cancer undergoing neoadjuvan...
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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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Can an Offsite Expert Remotely Evaluate the Visual Estimation of Ejection Fraction via a Social Network Video Call?
We aimed to investigate whether an offsite expert could effectively evaluate visually estimated ejection fraction (EF) while watching and guiding the echocardiographic procedure of an onsite novice practitione...
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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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Fluoroscopically guided large balloon dilatation for treating congenital esophageal stenosis in children
We aimed to evaluate the safety and clinical effectiveness of fluoroscopically guided large balloon dilatation for treating congenital esophageal stenosis in children.
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Percutaneous radiologic gastrostomy: a modified Chiba-needle puncture technique with single gastropexy
To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and effectiveness of percutaneous radiologic gastrostomy (PRG) with a modified Chiba-needle puncture technique with the use of a single gastropexy in the same puncture tract.
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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...