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January 13, 2026

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, Dr Ram Vaidhyanath

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

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January 13, 2026

MRI in the evaluation of epilepsy in adults – a pictorial review of common epileptogenic pathologies

Epilepsy affects approximately 1% of the UK population, with drug-resistant cases posing significant therapeutic challenges. MRI plays a pivotal role in diagnosing and managing epilepsy, particularly for presurgical evaluation, as up to 80% of drug-resistant patients may have surgically treatable lesions. The International League Against Epilepsy recommends the HARNESS-MRI protocol, incorporating high resolution 3D T1, […]

Dr Khoren Abelian, Dr Shubhabrata Biswas

The Walton Centre

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February 12, 2025

Top tips for imaging in hyperacute stroke

Acute ischaemic stroke (AIS) is the second leading cause of death and the third cause of death and disability worldwide. The estimated global cost of stroke is over $720 billion. In the UK, the incidence of stroke is over 110,000 and the prevalence of stroke is predicted to increase by 120% by 2035. Hyperacute stroke […]

Dr Liam Flynn, Dr Wazim Izzath

Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

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February 12, 2025

Imaging and biopsy strategies for sinonasal tumours

Cross-sectional imaging alongside endoscopy is central to the multidisciplinary evaluation of sinonasal pathologies and is often fundamental in differentiating both benign and malignant tumours from the more common inflammatory or infective entities such as primary chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). In addition to determining disease extent in relation to neighbouring vital craniofacial structures, imaging is key in […]

Dr Arya Anthony Kamyab, Dr David Steel, Dr Melissa Persad, Dr Alex Weller

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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February 12, 2025

Imaging of head and neck lymph nodes

Lymph nodes are vital components of the immune system and are numerous in the neck. They are ovoid structures surrounded by a capsule that are fed by afferent lymphatic vessels transporting lymphatic fluid from the soft tissues. The substance of the lymph node contains immune cells and immune mediators, in effect filtering the lymphatic fluid, […]

Carmel Evans, Dr Susan Jawad

Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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August 14, 2024

Orbital imaging – top tips

In this short review, we go through case-based imaging tips for selected common presentations of orbital pathologies. The cases covered relate to presentations of proptosis, pain, ophthalmoplegia/difficulty with eye movements and palpable mass. CT and MR imaging are the most frequently requested modalities when patients present acutely or with more chronic orbital pathologies. Ultrasound has […]

Dr Cameron Ritchie, Dr Reena Dwivedi

NHS Lothian

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June 12, 2024

Emergency neurovascular imaging

Neurovascular imaging practices have evolved significantly over recent years, particularly with the advances in AI. This synopsis aims to provide the reader with an overview of the current imaging techniques in the diagnosis and management of emergency neurovascular conditions. The most common neurovascular emergency is stroke (ischaemic and haemorrhagic), whereas neurovascular injuries (traumatic and iatrogenic) […]

Dr Fathallah Islim, Dr Mustafa Altarqane, Dr Nayyar Saleem

Leeds General Infirmary

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October 11, 2023

123I-Ioflupane progression studies – avoiding pitfalls

Ioflupane (DaTSCAN) is a well established diagnostic tool for diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD), as well as dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB). Ioflupane binds to the dopamine active transporters in the presynaptic membrane of the dopaminergic nerve terminals (DNT). Dopaminergic pathways in the brain are involved in various brain functions. Degeneration of dopaminergic neurons in […]