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Introducing a radiographer-led MRI MSK reporting service: our experience

Fiona Nelson MRI MSK musculoskeletal reporting

Imaging departments form an integral part of so many patient pathways, with an estimated 80% of hospital pathways not only requiring imaging to be performed, but also to be interpreted. In the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2017, section 7 requires the employer to ensure that a clinical evaluation of any imaging is recorded.

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Automated breast ultrasound in breast screening: UK insights from the BRAID trial

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the role and implementation of automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) in breast cancer screening, particularly for women with dense breast tissue. ABUS is emerging as a valuable adjunct to mammography in breast cancer screening, especially for dense breast tissue. Dense breasts not only reduce mammographic sensitivity but also increase […]

Iris Illajbeu

Dr Iris Allajbeu

University of Cambridge

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Small bowel obstruction – towards higher calibre care

Small bowel obstruction (SBO) remains a critical emergency with high morbidity and mortality, often exacerbated by delays in diagnosis and treatment. National audits, including NCEPOD’s Delay in Transit and NASBO, highlight that timely imaging is pivotal in improving outcomes. CT with intravenous contrast is strongly recommended as the definitive diagnostic tool, outperforming plain abdominal radiographs, […]

Teddy Truneh

Dr Teodros Truneh, Dr James Stephenson

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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A guide to cross-sectional head and neck cancer imaging

This multidisciplinary guide provides a comprehensive overview of cross-sectional imaging techniques used in the diagnosis, staging, and management of head and neck cancer (HNC). As the eighth most common cancer in the UK, HNC presents significant diagnostic challenges due to its complex anatomy, diverse tumour sub-types, and frequent late stage presentation. The article outlines the […]

Amy Barnes

Amy Barnes, Dr Ram Vaidhyanath

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

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