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Scientific articles

Welcome to our scientific articles section, where we present the latest research and advancements in the field of medical imaging. This section is dedicated to providing healthcare professionals, researchers, and students with access to cutting-edge studies, innovative techniques, and comprehensive reviews. Our curated selection of scientific articles covers a wide range of topics, from diagnostic imaging and radiology to imaging technology and clinical applications. Join us in exploring the forefront of medical imaging science, staying informed about the latest discoveries, and advancing your knowledge in this dynamic field.

Ultrasound scanning of the appendix

Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of acute abdominal pain in both children and adults, and remains the most frequent abdominal surgical emergency globally, with approximately 50,000 acute appendicectomies performed annually in the UK. Timely diagnosis is key for optimising outcomes with appropriate treatment. Delays in diagnosis and initiation of treatment can lead […]

Ruth Reeve

Dr Ruth Reeve, Dr Anmol Gangi-Burton, Dr Althaf Abdul Rasheed, Dr Mohammad Hussein Abdi

Portsmouth University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

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Sustainability in healthcare: a duty and opportunity for NHS imaging professionals

The world faces urgent financial, environmental and social challenges. The traditional economic model is under strain from climate change, resource depletion and biodiversity loss, affecting millions worldwide. At the same time the NHS is now facing a major shake-up in structure. This pressing situation calls for a critical reassessment of the healthcare industry, which plays […]

Chris Taylor

Philips Healthcare and AXREM

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Implementing sustainable healthcare at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

In 2020, the NHS committed to achieving net zero by 2045, highlighting that not only does climate change contribute to poor health, but that tackling climate change is crucial in tackling health inequalities (Delivering a Net Zero National Health Service). Radiology has a fundamental role to play in reducing healthcare associated emissions, as radiology has […]

Dr Rebecca Burger; Professor Andrea Rockall

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

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Point-of-care ultrasound for suspected testicular torsion: are we nuts?

Traditionally, ultrasound scans are performed in the radiology department. However, ultrasound’s many advantages – such as portability, lack of radiation, repeatability and speed of interpretation – have made it attractive to multiple healthcare settings and specialities. In a modified, focused and less detailed way, ultrasound can be utilised as a rapid bedside diagnostic test, so-called […]

Nick Mani

Nick Mani, Julia Burkert-Milone

POCUS UK Group, Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, University College London, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Poke the paunch with POCUS: gastrointestinal ultrasound in emergency medicine

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) continues to revolutionise the evaluation of abdominal complaints in emergency and acute settings. Its real-time diagnostic potential, portability and noninvasiveness make it a powerful tool in the clinician’s arsenal, particularly when gastrointestinal (GI) pathology is suspected. This article aims to highlight the clinical reasoning, technique and diagnostic markers that underpin effective gastrointestinal […]

Dr Anna Colclough, Dominic Craver

Lewisham Hospital

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Is autonomous AI safe?

AI has swept across nearly every domain and nowhere does it hold more transformative potential than in healthcare. Among medical specialities, radiology stands out as particularly well suited for AI innovation owing to early digitalisation and the abundance of rich data that provide ideal inputs for machine learning models. Radiology accounts for approximately 80% of […]

Dr Jesus Perdomo Lampignano, Dr Mark Hall, Professor David J Lowe

University of Glasgow

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Assessing the impact of Lunit Insight CXR on front-line clinicians

The chest x-ray (CXR) remains one of the most commonly performed first-line radiological investigations, both in the UK and globally. Therefore, timely and accurate interpretation is critical, as further patient management often hinges on appropriate radiological interpretation. Readers will not need reminding that demand for healthcare has only increased. However, few specialities have seen demand […]

Dr Ruchir Shah, Dr Sarim Ather

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Oxford Clinical Artificial Intelligence Research

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The role of ultrasound in lung disease

Thoracic ultrasound (TUS) has emerged as an invaluable tool in the diagnosis and management of lung disease. Historically underutilised, advancements in ultrasound technology have revolutionised its application in pulmonary medicine. The lung, predominantly an air-filled organ, does not traditionally lend itself to direct ultrasound imaging; however, the presence of interstitial fluid, pleural effusion, consolidation or […]

Dr Syed Muhammed Zubair, Dr Raja Reddy

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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