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.
For several years, it has been well documented that there has been a shortage in the number of sonographers in the UK. This means that most trainee sonographers qualify and go straight into the role of advanced practitioner (AP) that was previously held by a very experienced sonographer. The recognised definition of an AP is […]
Alison McGuinness
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Thyroid cancer represents one of the most common malignancies worldwide, accounting for 1% of cancer diagnoses. Papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) is the most common subtype, representing approximately 80% of thyroid cancer cases. PTCs generally have a good prognosis, with a survival rate of >95% over five years. The reported incidence of PTC has been increasing […]
Dr Jennifer Parkwood, Dr Ting-Ting Zhang, Dr Zainab Al Shiekh Ali, Professor David Howlett
Royal Sussex County Hospital; Eastbourne District General Hospital
Due to their large size the general anaesthesia risk in horses is relatively high compared to other species, with a mortality of 1%. Furthermore, while small animals will lay down when sedated, horses will remain standing. Therefore, the majority of radiographs are acquired in standing patients and the equipment needs to be moved around the […]
Dr Dagmar Berner
Royal Veterinary College
Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is ultrasound that is used by the clinician at the bedside to answer immediate (often binary) clinical question and/or help guide procedures. It differs from what is often called consultative or ‘formal’ ultrasound in that it is performed at the bedside by the treating physician (images are not acquired by a technician […]
Dr Gordon Johnson
International Medical Corps, Legacy Health
Vascular calcification (VC) is defined as mineral deposition in the vasculature in the form of calcium-phosphate complexes. Although VC is regarded as part of the normal ageing process, certain pathological processes such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease (CKD) or rare hereditary disorders may also precipitate the condition. Traditionally, calcification is classified into two forms, […]
Dr Symeon Lechareas
St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging is increasingly replacing diagnostic cardiac catheterisation for the assessment of cardiac anatomy and measurement of cardiac output. Nevertheless, diagnostic cardiac catheterisation is still required for measurement of intracardiac or intravascular pressure. In addition, catheter-based interventions, particularly for structural heart disease, are a major growth area. Conventionally, the imaging modality used […]
Daniel Knight, Vivek Muthurangu
Royal Free Hospital, University College London
Pancreatic cancer is considered the 10th most common malignancy globally with a poor prognosis (fourth most common cause of overall cancer deaths). The most common age at diagnosis is 65-74 years. The five-year survival rate is approximately 11.5% as per the latest SEER 17 data (ranging from 44% for localised disease to 3% for distant […]
Dr Sai Sradha Patro, Dr Kanhaiyalal Agrawal, Dr Gopinath Gnanasegaran
AIIMS India, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Pneumonia is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in children. The chest radiograph (CXR) is a widely used diagnostic tool in ensuring early diagnosis of pneumonia in order to optimise management. The pattern of findings seen on a CXR in pneumonia will vary depending on the complexity of the disease process. Features of lobar […]
Harita Sivashankar, Amina Tighilt, Dr Saira Haque
King's College Hospital, London