E³ 1520 – Thoracic emergencies, A-458 B – Pulmonary
A short preview of lecture A-458 ‘B. Pulmonary’, from the session E³ 1520 ‘Thoracic emergencies’ at ECR 2014, given by C.M. Schaefer-Prokop from Amersfoort, Netherlands. Watch the whole lecture and many more at http://ipp.myESR.org Direct link: http://bit.ly/Thoracic_emergencies
Sunday, March 9, 16:00 – 17:30 / Room A
Abstract: Acute respiratory failure can have multiple underlying causes including infection, fluid overload, immunological diseases or exacerbation of preexisting lung disease. Since the clinical symptoms are nonspecific, imaging plays an important role. The first imaging method is mostly the chest radiograph, easy to access and to obtain, but non-diagnostic in many cases. (HR)CT offers more possibilities to define the differential diagnosis. The option of this interactive workshop will be to get familiar with the spectrum of diseases that can cause acute respiratory failure and learn about key findings in radiography as well as CT to reduce the differential diagnosis. The interaction between preexisting lung disease, clinical information (e.g. chemotherapy, rheumatoid arthritis, COPD) and imaging findings will be discussed using clinical case studies. Options and also limitations of imaging findings will be illustrated. The following scenarios will be taken into account: acute cardiac failure and various appearances of oedema; acute immunological-toxic disorders including drug-induced lung disease and inhalational injuries; exacerbations of preexisting lung disease including fibrotic and obstructive lung disorders; severe infections causing respiratory failure and their complications.
NH 7 – The human connectome, A-158 – Connectomics in brain pathology (M.P. v.d. Heuvel)
A short preview of lecture A-158 ‘Connectomics in brain pathology’, from the session NH 7 ‘The human connectome: a comprehensive map of brain connections’ at ECR 2014, given by M.P. van den Heuvel from Utrecht, Netherlands.
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Friday, March 7, 16:00 – 17:30 / Room Board Room B
Abstract:
Healthy brain function depends on efficient functional communication within a complex network of structural neural connections, a network known as the connectome. Conversely, damage to the brain’s network, disrupting local neuronal processes and/or global communication between remote functional systems may lead to brain dysfunction. In the last few years, emerging evidence from a wide variety of studies suggests that connectome abnormalities may indeed play an important role in the aetiology of several brain disorders. In my talk, I will discuss the results of recent studies suggesting an important role for affected connectome organization in a number of neurological and psychiatric disorders. In particular, I will highlight the findings of affected functional and structural brain network in neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimers and ALS, as well as discuss how the application of network science and connectomics may aid our understanding of the biological basis of psychiatric disorders such as autism and schizophrenia.
RC 1910 – The hand and wrist, A-585 C- Tumours and tumour-like lesions
A short preview of lecture A-585 ‘C. Tumours and tumour-like lesions’, from the session RC 1910 ‘The hand and wrist’ at ECR 2014, given by E. Llopis from Valencia, Spain.
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Monday, March 10, 16:00 – 17:30 / Room E1
Abstract:
Radiological study of the wrist and hand is challenging due to its complex anatomy with many small structures and the number of normal bone and soft tissue variants that might mimic injuries. Moreover, many findings can be asymptomatic. Their knowledge is important to avoid misdiagnosis. During this lecture we will also review the role of the different imaging modalities, such as plain films for wrist alignment and bone structures as well as the important role of US and MR in differentiating tumour from tumour-like conditions. We will become familiar with some specific radiological findings that allow us to make accurate diagnoses of soft tissue and bone lesions.
MC 622 – Chest emergencies, A-136 A. Thoracic injuries (S.E. Mirvis)
A short preview of lecture A-136 ‘A. Thoracic injuries’, from the session MC 622 ‘Chest emergencies’ at ECR 2014, given by S.E. Mirvis from Baltimore, United States.
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Friday, March 7, 14:00 – 14:30 / Room F1
Abstract:
Chest trauma is directly responsible for 25 % of all trauma deaths and is a major contributor in another 50 % of all trauma mortality. Blunt trauma, accounting for 90 % of chest injuries, is the third most common site of injury in polytrauma patients. Plain radiographs still have a role in recognition of some acute thoracic pathology that requires immediate further management, either diagnostically and/or therapeutically, such as tension pneumothorax, major transdiaphragmatic herniation, large hemothorax or obvious mediastinal hematoma. MDCT of the chest is now typically included in a whole body scan with IV contrast to facilitate rapid diagnosis on polytrauma cases using less radiation than selected segmental scans. MDCT is the well-proven diagnostic gold standard for chest injury evaluation. The major advantages of MDCT over other modalities include identification of active bleeding, direct signs of trachea or esophageal injury, direct evidence of major arterial vascular injury, such as pseudoanurysms, pneumo and hemopericardium, location and extent of lung contusion and laceration, and assessment for thoracic spine, shoulder girdle and rib fractures. Diaphragm injuries are well depicted by MDCT, especially on the left by identifying both the torn diaphragm edges, herniation and constriction of abdominal contents at the level of the torn diaphragm (collar sign), and direct contact of herniated structures with the posterior chest wall (dependent viscera). Tracheal injuries are suggested by diffuse and progressive pneumomediastinum, dilated tracheostomy cuff, ectopic endotracheal tube, and direct connection of mediastinal air with the trachea lumen. CT-angiography eliminates the majority of indications for diagnostic catheter angiography.
E³ 920a – The treated spine and joints, A-246 A. Imaging of the postoperative spine (P.N.M. Tyrrell)
A short preview of lecture E³ 920a’ The treated spine and joints’, from the session A-246 ‘A. Imaging of the postoperative spine’ at ECR 2014, given by P.N.M. Tyrrell from Oswestry, United Kingdom.
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Saturday, March 8, 10:30 – 12:00 / Room A
Abstract:
Spinal surgery is most frequently performed to decompress (disc herniation, stenosis, malignant infiltration), fuse and stabilise (particularly following trauma or infiltrative destructive processes) and correct deformity. Often, there may be a combination of these procedures at one operation. Surgical instrumentation or bone graft is sometimes employed. Patients may present themselves with symptoms early or late following the procedure. This interactive session seeks to address the variety of surgical procedures undertaken and subsequently imaged post-operatively because of symptoms. The session aims to help one to understand and become familiar with the expected post-operative imaging appearances related to the surgical procedure, learn about abnormal pathological features as a cause of symptoms in the acute and more chronic situation and explore the diagnosis and differential diagnosis. This may include post-operative fibrosis versus recurrent disc herniation versus post-operative infection. Failure of fusion due to failure of instrumentation or inadequate take of bone graft can give rise to pseudoarthrosis. Recurrent stenotic symptoms may relate to an inadequate decompression, recurrent disc herniation, post-operative haematoma, extension of a malignant process or ischaemic damage.
In the world of health awareness, the pink ribbon is probably one of the best known symbols there is. Supporters of charities and organisations promoting breast cancer awareness have been wearing the pink ribbon since 1992, when it was adopted as the official symbol of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the US. Since then, the pink ribbon has gone global, and is recognised as a symbol of support for breast cancer awareness in countries all around the world.
As the most common cause of cancer death among females worldwide, breast cancer is naturally always a part of the programme at the European Congress of Radiology. So to mark Pink Ribbon Day, we decided to pick out a few key sessions from our ECR On Demand archive, to highlight the vital role that medical imaging plays in the detection, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of breast cancer.
Watch the preview below and follow the links underneath to gain access to full lectures on our ECR On Demand platform.
Watch an extra long ECR on Demand preview clip about breast imaging:
Imaging after treatment of breast cancer – E³ 220, A 003 (M.H. Fuchsjäger)
Or check out the selected related lecture recordings below:
CC 1618 – Follow-up of local treatments of breast cancer:
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E3 420b – Mammography:
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E3 530b – Breast US:
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E3 620 – MRI of the breast:
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E3 720b – Image-guided breast biopsy:
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E3 820c – Multidisciplinary team meeting from Milan, IT:
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E2 920b – How to report:
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CC 718 – Imaging after systemic therapies: the standards, A-187 A. RECIST criteria (Y. Menu)
A short preview of lecture CC 718 ‘Imaging after systemic therapies: the standards’, from the session A-187 ‘A. RECIST criteria’ at ECR 2014, given by Y. Menu from Paris, France.
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Friday, March 7, 16:00 – 17:30 / Room Conf. Room M3
Abstract:
The routine practice of oncologic imaging requires standardisation, which means that we need to harmonise technical protocols and agree on the meaning of selected words for the radiological report. The words Response, Progression and Stable disease are precisely defined according to internationally accepted thresholds and criteria. Although the rules are quite simple and rather easy to apply, they are very efficient in the classification of the response to treatment, and therefore for the medical decisions. However, the role of the radiologist is not limited to measurements and calculation. The detection of new lesions may be challenging and requires experience. The differential between cancer progression and complications of the treatment might be very difficult and requires an adequate communication with the referring clinician. Overall, most of the decisions taken by the clinician will be related to imaging results, stressing the importance of adequate protocols and reports.
