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.
Transvaginal (TV) ultrasound is a very common investigation principally focusing on the uterus and ovaries. It is easy to overlook the structures that can be seen below and adjacent to the cervix which include the urethra, bladder, vagina and perineal structures. On occasion there may be specific requests to view pathology associated with the perineum […]
Dr Nicholas Ridley, Dawn McCafferty, Dr Gabriela Soares
Great Western Hospital, Swindon
It is widely understood that sonographer-led ultrasound services in the UK are well established and essential to meet demand. Indeed, sonographer role extension has been an underpinning part of the expansion of radiology services for over three decades and is widely supported by radiologists and referring clinicians alike. Undertaking contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) imaging requires a […]
Pamela Parker
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
The last decade has seen significant strides in the application of AI within the field of radiology. With the volume of imaging increasing at a rate far greater than recruitment of consultant radiologists, AI is often considered the panacea to a labour force in dire crisis. Although there remain differences in one’s definition of AI, […]
Dr Shah Islam
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
MRI is the investigation of choice in patients with a suspected spinal cord syndrome. In addition, imaging of the spinal cord is commonly performed alongside brain MRI in the workup of patients with a suspected inflammatory demyelinating disorder, such as multiple sclerosis. Spinal cord lesions from a variety of causes can have similar imaging appearances […]
Dr Francis Scott, Dr Tilak Das
Addenbrooke's Hospital
There are considerable benefits to be gained from biopsying fewer lesions at breast imaging. These include preventing patient discomfort, saving radiologist/advanced practitioner time hence improving clinic throughput, saving pathology time, preventing patient anxiety while waiting for the result and saving multidisciplinary team meeting time. These benefits do need to be balanced against the tragedy of […]
Professor Andy Evans, Dr Yee Ting Sim
University of Dundee School of Medicine, Ninewells Hospital and East of Scotland Breast Screening Centre
Breast radiotherapy following breast-conserving surgery (BCS) has been a well established component of treatment for patients with early breast cancer for several decades. Furthermore, it is the UK that has been at the forefront of the breast radiotherapy trials journey. For example, STARTB compared 40Gy in 15 fractions (F) over three weeks with 50Gy in […]
Dr Indrani Bhattacharya
Addenbrooke's Hospital
MR-guided radiotherapy is now being delivered in tens of centres around the world, with clinicians, clinical scientists, researchers, engineers and dual-trained radiographers working collaboratively to share their growing experience. The potential advantage of doing so is clear: the radiotherapy treatment will be based on a real-time picture of patient anatomy at high spatial resolution, with […]
Steven Jackson, Dr Rob Chuter
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, University of Manchester
The complexity of radiotherapy for breast cancer has increased in recent years with the introduction of more conformal techniques such as IMRT (intensity-modulated radiation therapy) and VMAT (volumetric modulated arc therapy). Furthermore, sequential treatments such as photon boosts are now increasingly integrated into the whole breast treatment. MV imaging was, and is for many departments, […]
Louise Turtle, Robert Brass
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust