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.
The impact of individual imaging technologies can be gauged in terms of the areas of medicine they benefit, cost factors, accessibility, acceptability to patients and concerns regarding potential biological hazards. It is in this context that ultrasound scanning has, over the years, proven to be of tremendous diagnostic value both in terms of its influence […]
Mr Bill Smith
Clinical Diagnostic Services
It has been an ongoing topic of conversation in radiological circles over many years as to whether imaging services as we know them really have a future. I am often asked if other clinicians or indeed computers will take over from radiologists and perhaps whether robots could take over from radiographers and radiologists. I genuinely […]
Professor Erika Denton
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
The growing demand for PETCT in oncology posed a challenge for Central Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, with a projected 14 per cent annual increase in scanning numbers. Its use of F18 Fludeoxyglucose (18F-FDG) in oncology produced reliable results, but there was a clear need to increase efficiency to accommodate this increasing demand. Additionally, […]
Ian S Armstrong
Central Manchester University Hospital
PETMRI has recently been introduced into clinical practice. It maximises diagnostic information by unifying the excellent anatomical morphological and functional information available from MRI and the molecular and metabolic information from PET. PETMRI is currently one of the most active areas of research in diagnostic imaging, and areas where this modality can bring potential benefits […]
Andrew Mallia, Gary Cook, Vicky Goh, Radhouene Neji, Jane Mackewn, James Stirling, Sami Jeljeli
King's College London, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Individuals who have sustained major trauma require a well led, efficient and cohesive multidisciplinary team to best manage their injuries. Having early and accurate knowledge of the injuries sustained allows correct and prompt management. Radiology, specifically multidetector computed tomography (MDCT), is now fundamental in managing almost all major trauma patients; it has been shown to […]
Dr Richard Clarke, Dr David Gay
Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust
Cervical spine injury is the second most common injury to the spine, comprising 28.6% of spinal injuries and 55% of spinal cord injuries. C2 is the most common fractured vertebra, accounting for 24% of injuries. However, despite measures to detect spinal injuries, delayed diagnosis or suboptimal treatment remain common, with 3-25% of patients developing neurological […]
Richard Pullicino, Mark Radon
The Walton Centre
A patient presenting with possible deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is one of the most common scenarios that clinicians face on a daily basis. Incidence is estimated to be approximately 1 in 1,000. Due to the potentially fatal consequences of not appropriately diagnosing and treating DVT – specifically pulmonary embolism – the importance of prompt and […]
Dr Neelan Das, Dr R Kaikini, Dr N Wojtasjek, Dr Charlene Barter
Kent and Canterbury Hospital
More than 40,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year in the UK. Many have early cancer that has not spread and are often treated with radical surgery or radical radiotherapy. Men with localised intermediate to high risk prostate cancer can choose to undergo radical therapy which targets the entire prostate regardless of disease […]
Hashim U Ahmed
University College London Hospitals NHS Trust