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ISCT: AI continues surge into CT imaging

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AI’s use in radiology continues to grow as the technology becomes more available, according to a presentation given September 12 at the International Society for Computed Tomography (ISCT) annual meeting in Boston. He said that AI allows radiologists to view what they cannot see with the naked eye.

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Capsule Retention Following Capsule Endoscopy

Global Radiology CME

Approximately 2% of all capsule endoscopies result in CR [ 2 ] The clinical indication for capsule endoscopy is correlated with different rates of CR. Computed tomography (CT) could be used to determine the capsule’s location if it is difficult to do so via x-ray. Fernández-Urién I, Carretero C, González B, et al.

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Acute Infective Vasitis

Global Radiology CME

Vasitis: a clinical confusion diagnosis with inguinal hernia. Vasitis: clinical and ultrasound confusion with inguinal hernia clarified by computed tomography. Clinical Radiology. Vasitis: the need for imaging and clinical acumen. References: Yang DM, Kim HC, Lee HL, Lim JW, Kim GY. 2010;29(12):1711-1715.

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Lisfranc Fracture Dislocation

Global Radiology CME

A computed tomography scan will better assist with diagnosis and help with planning if surgery is necessary [3]. Utility of weight-bearing radiographs compared to computed tomography scan for the diagnosis of subtle Lisfranc injuries in the emergency setting. J Foot Ankle Res. 2023;16(1):9. Published 2023 Mar 1.

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Lens Subluxation

Global Radiology CME

Computed tomography is also an alternative method for lens subluxation which again can show deviation of the lens (Figs. Sai is also a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society and is involved with giving back to the community at a local free clinic as a medical assistant.

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Emphysematous Pyelonephritis

Global Radiology CME

KUB indicates kidneys, ureter, and bladder (plain abdominal radiograph); CT, computed tomography; and PCD, percutaneous catheter drainage. In severe cases or patients who do not respond to PCD, treatment with nephrectomy can lead to clinical and radiological improvement (Fig. 2000;160(6):797-805. doi:10.1001/archinte.160.6.797

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Non Contrast CT Head for the EM Physician

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Written by: Philip Jackson, MD (NUEM ‘20) Edited by: Logan Weygandt, MD, MPH NUEM ‘17) Expert Commentary by : Katie Colton, MD Relying on in-house radiology reads of imaging is a habit that EM trainees are encouraged to avoid, but one that can be appealing when practicing in a busy, large academic facility with 24-hour radiologist staffing.