Radiogenomics of Gliomas
The 2016 World Health Organization brain tumor classification is based on genomic and molecular profile of tumor tissue. These characteristics have improved understanding of the brain tumor and played an…
GENERAL RADIOLOGY
Application of Diffusion Weighted Imaging and Diffusion Tensor Imaging in the Pretreatment and Post-treatment of Brain Tumor
Diffusion MR imaging exploits the diffusion properties of water to generate contrast between normal tissue and pathology. Diffusion is an essential component of nearly all brain tumor MR imaging examinations….
Imaging Surveillance of Gliomas
It is essential to be aware of widely accepted criteria for grading of treatment response in both high-grade and low-grade gliomas. These criteria primarily take into account responses of measurable…
Role of Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Presurgical Mapping of Brain Tumors
When planning for brain tumor resection, a balance between maximizing resection and minimizing injury to eloquent brain parenchyma is paramount. The advent of blood oxygenation level–dependent functional magnetic resonance (fMR)…
Imaging Findings of New Entities and Patterns in Brain Tumor
Molecular features are now essential in distinguishing between glioma histologic subtypes. Currently, isocitrate dehydrogenase mutation, 1p19q codeletion, and MGMT methylation status play significant roles in optimizing medical and surgical treatment….
Clinical Review of Computed Tomography and MR Perfusion Imaging in Neuro-Oncology
Neuroimaging plays an essential role in the initial diagnosis and continued surveillance of intracranial neoplasms. The advent of perfusion techniques with computed tomography and MR imaging have proven useful in…
Incidental Breast Findings on Computed Tomography and MR Imaging
Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging may demonstrate a wide variety of incidental findings in the breast, including primary breast carcinoma, the second most common cancer in women….
Incidental Pancreatic Cysts on Cross-Sectional Imaging
Incidental pancreatic cysts are commonly encountered in radiology practice. Although some of these are benign, mucinous varieties have a potential to undergo malignant transformation. Characterization of some incidental pancreatic cysts…
The Incidental Renal Mass- Update on Characterization and Management
Renal masses are commonly encountered on cross-sectional imaging examinations performed for nonrenal indications. Although most can be dismissed as benign cysts, a subset will be either indeterminate or suspicious; in…
Spectrum and Relevance of Incidental Bowel Findings on Computed Tomography
A wide spectrum of incidental bowel findings can be seen on CT, including but not limited to, pneumatosis intestinalis, diverticular disease, non-obstructive bowel dilatation, transient small bowel intussusception, and submucosal…