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Dong Y, Wang WP, Ignee A, Zuo D, Qiu YJ, Zhang Q, Lu XY, Chen S, Dietrich CF. The diagnostic value of Doppler Resistive Index in the differential diagnosis of focal liver lesions. J Ultrason 2023; 23:e45-e52. [PMID: 37520747 PMCID: PMC10379844 DOI: 10.15557/jou.2023.0010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023] Open
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Aim To investigate the diagnostic value of resistance index (RI) in differentiating focal liver lesions. Patients and methods In this retrospective study, a total of 576 patients with histologically confirmed focal liver lesions were included. Each patient underwent B-mode ultrasound examination and color Doppler ultrasound examination. The RI values of different focal liver lesions were recorded and compared. Results The mean RI value of benign lesions was significantly lower than that of malignant lesions (0.54 ± 0.10 vs. 0.71 ± 0.12) (p <0.05). In malignant lesions, the RI value of intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma was significantly lower than that of hepatocellular carcinoma lesions. Furthermore, in hepatocellular carcinoma lesions, the RI of large lesions (group 4: >10 cm) was significantly lower than that of small lesions (group 1: ≤2 cm, group 2: 2-5 cm) (p <0.05). Taken RI of 0.615 as a cutoff value to differentiate malignant and benign lesions, the sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value were 82.80%, 81.00%, 81.34% and 82.48%, respectively. Conclusion Color Doppler ultrasound examination is a valuable imaging method in detecting blood flow signal within liver lesions. The RI parameter should be helpful in differentiating malignant and benign liver tumors.
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- Yi Dong
- Department of Ultrasound, Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Rheumatology, Julius-Spital Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department General Internal Medicine, Hirslanden Clinics Beau-Site, Salem and Permancence, Bern, Switzerland
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Sivanathan V, Utz C, Thomaidis T, Förster F, Stahl M, Lordick F, Ibach S, Kanzler S, Adler A, Mönig SP, Schimanski CC, Ignee A, Dietrich CF, Galle PR, Moehler M. Predictive Value of Preoperative Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Locally Advanced Esophagogastric Cancer - Data From a Randomized German Phase II Trial. Ultraschall Med 2022; 43:514-521. [PMID: 35226933 DOI: 10.1055/a-1593-4401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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PURPOSE The role of EUS before or after neoadjuvant chemotherapy (nCTX) in advanced esophagogastric cancer (EGC) is still unclear. The phase II NEOPECX trial evaluated perioperative chemotherapy with or without panitumumab in this setting. The aim of this sub-study was to investigate the prognostic value of EUS-guided preoperative staging before and after nCTX. MATERIALS AND METHODS Preoperative yuT/yuN stages by EUS were compared with histopathological ypT/ypN stages after curative resection. Reduction in T-stage from baseline to preoperative EUS was defined as downstaging (DS+) and compared to progression-free (PFS) and overall survival (OS) of patients without downstaging (DS-). In addition, preoperative EUS N-stages (positive N+ or negative N-) were correlated with clinical data. RESULTS The preoperative yuT-stage correlated with the ypT-stage in 48% of cases (sensitivity 48%, specificity 52%), while the preoperative yuN-stage correlated with the ypN-stage in 64% (sensitivity 76%, specificity 52%). Within DS+ patients who were downstaged by ≥ 2 T-categories, a trend towards improved OS was detected (median OS DS+: not reached (NR), median OS DS-: 38.5 months (M), p=0.21). Patients with yuN+ at preoperative EUS had a worse outcome than yuN- patients (median OS yuN-: NR, median OS yuN+: 38.5 M, p = 0.013). CONCLUSION The diagnostic accuracy of EUS to predict the response after nCTX in patients with advanced EGC is limited. In the current study the endosonographic detection of lymph node metastasis after nCTX indicates a poor prognosis. In the future, preoperative EUS with sectional imaging procedures may be used to tailor treatment for patients with advanced EGC.
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- Visvakanth Sivanathan
- Department of Internal Medicine I, University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Hospitals Essen-Mitte Evangelische Huyssens-Stiftung/Knappschaft GmbH, Essen, Germany
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- University Cancer Center Leipzig (UCCL), University of Leipzig Faculty of Medicine, Leipzig, Germany
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- Biostatistik, WiSP Wissenschaftlicher Service Pharma GmbH, Langenfeld, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II,, Leopoldina Hospital Schweinfurt, Schweinfurt, Germany
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- Medical Department, Division of Hepatology and Gastroenterology, Charite University Hospital Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Visceral Surgery, University Hospitals Geneva, Geneve, Switzerland
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Hospital Darmstadt GmbH, Darmstadt, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Caritas Hospital Bad Mergentheim, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of General and Internal Medicine, Hirslanden Clinic Beau Site, Salem and Permanence, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Bekkali NL, Burmeister S, Dong Y, Everett SM, Hocke M, Ignee A, On W, Hebbar S, Oppong K, Sun S, Jenssen C, Braden B. Controversies in ERCP: Technical aspects. Endosc Ultrasound 2021; 11:27-37. [PMID: 34677144 PMCID: PMC8887038 DOI: 10.4103/eus-d-21-00102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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The aim of the series of papers on controversies of biliopancreatic drainage procedures is to discuss pros and cons of the varying clinical practices and techniques in ERCP and EUS for drainage of biliary and pancreatic ducts. While the first part focuses on indications, clinical and imaging prerequisites prior to ERCP, sedation options, post-ERCP pancreatitis prophylaxis, and other related technical topics, the second part discusses specific procedural ERCP techniques including precut techniques and their timing as well as management algorithms. In addition, reviews on controversies in EUS-guided bile duct and pancreatic drainage procedures are under preparation.
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- Christoph F Dietrich
- Department of Ultrasound, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China; Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany; Department of Allgemeine Innere Medizin, Kliniken Hirslanden Beau Site, Salem und Permanence, Bern, Switzerland
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Surgical Gastroenterology Unit, Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Department, Helios Klinikum Meiningen, Germany
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- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr 7, D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- University Hospitals of North Midlands, United Kingdom
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Endoscopy Center, ShengJing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Krankenhaus Märkisch-Oderland, Department of Internal Medicine, Strausberg; Brandenburg Institute for Clinical Ultrasound (BICUS) at Medical University Brandenburg, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom; Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Bekkali NL, Burmeister S, Dong Y, Everett SM, Hocke M, Ignee A, On W, Hebbar S, Oppong K, Sun S, Jenssen C, Braden B. Controversies in ERCP: Indications and preparation. Endosc Ultrasound 2021; 11:186-200. [PMID: 34677145 PMCID: PMC9258020 DOI: 10.4103/eus-d-21-00106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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The aim of the series of papers on controversies of biliopancreatic drainage procedures is to discuss the pros and cons of the varying clinical practices and techniques in ERCP and EUS for drainage of biliary and pancreatic ducts. The first part focuses on indications, clinical and imaging prerequisites before ERCP, sedation options, post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) prophylaxis, and other related technical topics. In the second part, specific procedural ERCP-techniques including precut techniques and its timing as well as management algorithms are discussed. In addition, controversies in EUS-guided bile duct and pancreatic drainage procedures are under preparation.
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- Christoph F Dietrich
- Department of Ultrasound, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China; Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany; Department of Allgemeine Innere Medizin, Kliniken Hirslanden Beau Site, Salem und Permanence, Bern, Switzerland
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Surgical Gastroenterology Unit, Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Department, Helios Klinikum Meiningen, Meiningen, Germany
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- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr 7, D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- University Hospitals of North Midlands, North Midlands, United Kingdom
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Endoscopy Center, Sheng Jing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Markisch-Oderland, Strausberg; Brandenburg Institute for Clinical Ultrasound at Medical University Brandenburg, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom; Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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Cantisani V, Bertolotto M, Clevert DA, Correas JM, Drudi FM, Fischer T, Gilja OH, Granata A, Graumann O, Harvey CJ, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Lerchbaumer MH, Ragel M, Saftoiu A, Serra AL, Stock KF, Webb J, Sidhu PS. EFSUMB 2020 Proposal for a Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound-Adapted Bosniak Cyst Categorization - Position Statement. Ultraschall Med 2021; 42:154-166. [PMID: 33307594 DOI: 10.1055/a-1300-1727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The well-established Bosniak renal cyst classification is based on contrast-enhanced computed tomography determining the malignant potential of cystic renal lesions. Ultrasound has not been incorporated into this pathway. However, the development of ultrasound contrast agents coupled with the superior resolution of ultrasound makes it possible to redefine the imaging of cystic renal lesions. In this position statement, an EFSUMB Expert Task Force reviews, analyzes, and describes the accumulated knowledge and limitations and presents the current position on the use of ultrasound contrast agents in the evaluation of cystic renal lesions.
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- Vito Cantisani
- Department of Radiology, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, University of Trieste, Ospedale di Cattinara, Trieste, IT
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- Department of Clinical Radiology, University of Munich-Großhadern Campus, Munich, Germany
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- Service de Radiologie adultes, Hôpital Necker, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Department of Radiology, University Berlin, Charité, Berlin, Germany
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- Haukeland University Hospital, National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Bergen, Norway
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- Nephrology and Dialysis Unit, Emergency Hospital "Cannizzaro", Catania - Italy
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- Research and Innovation Unit of Radiology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense C, Denmark
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- Department of Imaging, Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust, London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Klinik für Innere Medizin, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Charité Centrum 6 - Diagnostische und interventionelle Radiologie und Nuklearmedizin, Berlin, Germany
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- Radiology Department, Aintree University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Research Center in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Romania
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Nephrology, Klinik Hirslanden, Zürich, Switzerland
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- Radiology Department, Aintree University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Safai Zadeh E, Dietrich CF, Görg C, Bleyl T, Alhyari A, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Trenker C. [Spleen biopsy: "pros and cons" or better "when and when not?"]. Z Gastroenterol 2021; 59:879-885. [PMID: 33752245 DOI: 10.1055/a-1404-3926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Due to the relatively high complication rate, the necessity of a spleen biopsy is controversially discussed. In establishing its indication, the clinical background and performed diagnostics must be considered. Based on the medical history, imaging procedures and sonographic course, different clinical scenarios are conceivable. The aim of this review is to describe the indications of splenic biopsy considering various clinical scenarios.
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- Ehsan Safai Zadeh
- Interdisziplinäres Ultraschallzentrum, UKGM Marburg und Philipps-Universität Marburg
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- Department Allgemeine Innere Medizin (DAIM), Kliniken Hirslanden Bern, Beau Site, Salem und Permanence, Bern, Schweiz
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- Interdisziplinäres Ultraschallzentrum, UKGM Marburg und Philipps-Universität Marburg
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- Klinik für Gastroenterologie, Endokrinologie, Stoffwechsel und klinische Infektiologie, UKGM Marburg und Philipps-Universität Marburg
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- Klinik für Gastroenterologie, Endokrinologie, Stoffwechsel und klinische Infektiologie, UKGM Marburg und Philipps-Universität Marburg
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- Department für Innere Medizin, Caritas Hospital, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department für Innere Medizin, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Strausberg/Wriezen, Brandenburg Institute for Clinical Ultrasound at Medical Universitäy Brandenburg, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Klinik für Hämatologie, Onkologie und Immunologie, UKGM Marburg und Philipps-Universität Marburg
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Dietrich CF, Nolsøe CP, Barr RG, Berzigotti A, Burns PN, Cantisani V, Chammas MC, Chaubal N, Choi BI, Clevert DA, Cui X, Dong Y, D'Onofrio M, Fowlkes JB, Gilja OH, Huang P, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Kono Y, Kudo M, Lassau N, Lee WJ, Lee JY, Liang P, Lim A, Lyshchik A, Meloni MF, Correas JM, Minami Y, Moriyasu F, Nicolau C, Piscaglia F, Saftoiu A, Sidhu PS, Sporea I, Torzilli G, Xie X, Zheng R. Guidelines and Good Clinical Practice Recommendations for Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) in the Liver - Update 2020 - WFUMB in Cooperation with EFSUMB, AFSUMB, AIUM, and FLAUS. Ultraschall Med 2020; 41:562-585. [PMID: 32707595 DOI: 10.1055/a-1177-0530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 106] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
Abstract
The present, updated document describes the fourth iteration of recommendations for the hepatic use of contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS), first initiated in 2004 by the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB). The previous updated editions of the guidelines reflected changes in the available contrast agents and updated the guidelines not only for hepatic but also for non-hepatic applications.The 2012 guideline requires updating as previously the differences of the contrast agents were not precisely described and the differences in contrast phases as well as handling were not clearly indicated. In addition, more evidence has been published for all contrast agents. The update also reflects the most recent developments in contrast agents, including the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval as well as the extensive Asian experience, to produce a truly international perspective.These guidelines and recommendations provide general advice on the use of ultrasound contrast agents (UCA) and are intended to create standard protocols for the use and administration of UCA in liver applications on an international basis to improve the management of patients.
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- Christoph F Dietrich
- Department Allgemeine Innere Medizin (DAIM), Kliniken Hirslanden Beau Site, Salem und Permanence, Bern, Switzerland
- Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universitätsklinik Frankfurt, Germany
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- Center for Surgical Ultrasound, Dep of Surgery, Zealand University Hospital, Køge. Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES). University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Northeastern Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, Ohio, USA and Southwoods Imaging, Youngstown, Ohio, USA
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- Hepatology, University Clinic for Visceral Surgery and Medicine, DBMR, Inselspital, University of Bern, Switzerland
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- Dept Medical Biophysics, University of Toronto, Imaging Research, Sunnybrook Research Institute, Toronto
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- Uos Ecografia Internistico-chirurgica, Dipartimento di Scienze Radiologiche, Oncologiche, Anatomo-Patologiche, Policlinico Umberto I, Univ. Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Institute of Radiology, Hospital das Clínicas, School of Medicine, University of São Paulo, Brazil
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- Thane Ultrasound Centre, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Ultrasound-Center, Department of Radiology, University of Munich-Grosshadern Campus, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, G.B. Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Basic Radiological Sciences Division, Department of Radiology, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Ultrasound in Medicine, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Department of Internal Medicine, Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Departments of Medicine and Radiology, University of California, San Diego, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Imaging Department. Gustave Roussy and BIOMAPS. Université Paris-Saclay, Villejuif, France
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- Department of Radiology and Center For Imaging Science, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. Departments of Health and Science and Technology and Medical Device Management and Research, Samsung Advanced Institute for Health Science and Technology, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Interventional Ultrasound, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Imaging, Imperial College London and Healthcare NHS Trust, Charing Cross Hospital Campus, London United Kingdom
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- Department of Radiology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Service de Radiologie Adultes, Hôpital Necker, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Center for Cancer Ablation Therapy, Sanno Hospital, International University of Health and Welfare, Tokyo, Japan
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- Radiology Department, Hospital Clinic. University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Dept of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Bologna, Italy
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Romania
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, King's College London, London
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Victor Babes", Timisoara, Romania
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Hepatobiliary & General Surgery, Humanitas University & Research Hospital, Rozzano, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Medical Ultrasonics, Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, The 3rd Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Dietrich CF, Nolsøe CP, Barr RG, Berzigotti A, Burns PN, Cantisani V, Chammas MC, Chaubal N, Choi BI, Clevert DA, Cui X, Dong Y, D'Onofrio M, Fowlkes JB, Gilja OH, Huang P, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Kono Y, Kudo M, Lassau N, Lee WJ, Lee JY, Liang P, Lim A, Lyshchik A, Meloni MF, Correas JM, Minami Y, Moriyasu F, Nicolau C, Piscaglia F, Saftoiu A, Sidhu PS, Sporea I, Torzilli G, Xie X, Zheng R. Guidelines and Good Clinical Practice Recommendations for Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) in the Liver-Update 2020 WFUMB in Cooperation with EFSUMB, AFSUMB, AIUM, and FLAUS. Ultrasound Med Biol 2020; 46:2579-2604. [PMID: 32713788 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2020.04.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 192] [Impact Index Per Article: 48.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2019] [Revised: 04/16/2020] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
Abstract
The present, updated document describes the fourth iteration of recommendations for the hepatic use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound, first initiated in 2004 by the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology. The previous updated editions of the guidelines reflected changes in the available contrast agents and updated the guidelines not only for hepatic but also for non-hepatic applications. The 2012 guideline requires updating as, previously, the differences in the contrast agents were not precisely described and the differences in contrast phases as well as handling were not clearly indicated. In addition, more evidence has been published for all contrast agents. The update also reflects the most recent developments in contrast agents, including U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval and the extensive Asian experience, to produce a truly international perspective. These guidelines and recommendations provide general advice on the use of ultrasound contrast agents (UCAs) and are intended to create standard protocols for the use and administration of UCAs in liver applications on an international basis to improve the management of patients.
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- Christoph F Dietrich
- Department Allgemeine Innere Medizin (DAIM), Kliniken Hirslanden Beau Site, Salem und Permanence, Bern, Switzerland; Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universitätsklinik, Frankfurt, Germany.
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- Center for Surgical Ultrasound, Dep of Surgery, Zealand University Hospital, Køge. Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES). University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Northeastern Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, Ohio, USA; Southwoods Imaging, Youngstown, Ohio, USA
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- Hepatology, University Clinic for Visceral Surgery and Medicine, DBMR, Inselspital, University of Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Medical Biophysics, University of Toronto, Imaging Research, Sunnybrook Research Institute, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Uos Ecografia Internistico-chirurgica, Dipartimento di Scienze Radiologiche, Oncologiche, Anatomo-Patologiche, Policlinico Umberto I, Univ. Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Institute of Radiology, Hospital das Clínicas, School of Medicine, University of São Paulo, Brazil
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- Thane Ultrasound Centre, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Interdisciplinary Ultrasound-Center, Department of Radiology, University of Munich-Grosshadern Campus, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, G. B. Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Basic Radiological Sciences Division, Department of Radiology, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Ultrasound in Medicine, Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Department of Internal Medicine, Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Departments of Medicine and Radiology, University of California, San Diego, California, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Imaging Department, Gustave Roussy and BIOMAPS, Université Paris-Saclay, Villejuif, France
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- Department of Radiology and Center for Imaging Science, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea; Departments of Health and Science and Technology and Medical Device Management and Research, Samsung Advanced Institute for Health Science and Technology, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Interventional Ultrasound, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Imaging, Imperial College London and Healthcare NHS Trust, Charing Cross Hospital Campus, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Radiology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Service de Radiologie Adultes, Hôpital Necker, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Faculty of Medicine, Kindai University, Osaka, Japan
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- Center for Cancer Ablation Therapy, Sanno Hospital, International University of Health and Welfare, Tokyo, Japan
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- Radiology Department, Hospital Clinic. University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Bologna, Italy
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Romania
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Victor Babes", Timisoara, Romania
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Hepatobiliary & General Surgery, Humanitas University & Research Hospital, Rozzano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medical Ultrasonics, Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound, First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Barreiros AP, Dong Y, Ignee A, Wastl D, Dietrich CF. EchoScopy in scanning abdominal diseases; a prospective single center study. Med Ultrason 2019; 21:8-15. [PMID: 30779825 DOI: 10.11152/mu-1907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS The introduction of a new type of small handheld ultrasound device brings greater portability and affordability in a different setting. The basic ultrasound approach with these handheld devices has been defined by European Federation of Societies of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) as "EchoScopy". The current study aimed to assess the image quality, indications and limitations of a portable pocket "EchoScopy" performed first compared with a high-end ultrasound system (second) in abdominal diseases. MATERIAL AND METHODS Three hundred consecutive patients (158 males and 142 females, age 55±19 [18-96]) years) were included. The ultrasound examinations were performed firstly by an EchoScope (Vscan™ Dual Probe) and secondly with a high-end ultrasound system (HEUS, GE Logiq E9). Compared with the always excellent image quality using HEUS, the image quality of the EchoScope was graded as good, sufficient or non-sufficient. RESULTS Out of all 300 patients, 221 had focal lesions, 31 patients were found with diffuse pathological findings, 20 with ascites, 25 after liver puncture and 45 without any pathological findings. The image quality of the pocket device was considered as being good or sufficient to delineate the pathology in 265/300 (88%). The detection rate of the EchoScope for abdominal focal lesion was 172/221 (78%). The higher frequency of the Dual Probe was helpful in 35/300 (12%). CONCLUSIONS EchoScopy has proven to display sufficient image quality to answer specific questions, e.g., detection of ascites, splenomegaly, bile duct enlargement, hydronephrosis and other pathological findings which can be judged by "yes/no".
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- Medical Clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Würzburg, Germany
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- Medical Clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Würzburg, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik, medizinische Intensivstation, Krankenhaus Nordwest Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Medical Clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Würzburg, Germany.
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Sãftoiu A, Bhutani MS, Itoi T, Arcidiacono PG, Bories E, Cazacu IM, Constantin A, Coronel E, Dietrich CF, Duda DG, Garcia JI, Hocke M, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Jinga M, Khor C, Oppong KW, Pereira S, Petrone MC, Santo E, Seicean A, Seo DW, Siyu S, Vilmann P, Waxman I, Yeaton P. Changes in tumor vascularity depicted by contrast-enhanced EUS as a predictor of prognosis and treatment efficacy in patients with unresectable pancreatic cancer (PEACE): A study protocol. Endosc Ultrasound 2019; 8:235-240. [PMID: 31249159 PMCID: PMC6714481 DOI: 10.4103/eus.eus_16_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Patients with unresectable pancreatic cancer have a poor prognosis. The analysis of prognostic factors before treatment may be helpful in determining the best therapeutic strategies. The aim of the PEACE study is to assess the vascularity of pancreatic malignant tumors using contrast-enhanced harmonic EUS (CEH-EUS) and to clarify the prognostic value of tumor vascularity in patients with locally advanced and metastatic pancreatic cancer. Hereby, we present the protocol of a prospective, nonrandomized, single-arm, multicenter study aiming to assess changes in tumor vascularity using CEH-EUS before and 2 months after treatment initiation in patients with unresectable, locally advanced/metastatic pancreatic cancer and to examine the correlation between vascular changes and treatment response, progression-free survival, and overall survival.
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- Adrian Sãftoiu
- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Craiova, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Pancreato-Biliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita Salute San Raffaele University Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Endoscopy Unit, Paoli Calmettes Institute, Marseille, France
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Craiova, Romania; Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Ponderas Academic Hospital, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Medical Department, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr 7, D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital of Santiago de Compostella, Santiago, Spain
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Helios Kliniken Meiningen, Meiningen, Germany
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- Medical Department, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr 7, D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Maerkisch-Oderland, D-15344 Strausberg and Brandenburg Institute of Clinical Ultrasound at Medical University Brandenburg, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Central Clinical Emergency Military Hospital Dr. Carol Davila, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Carol Davila, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, London, UK
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- University College London Institute for Liver and Digestive Health, Royal Free Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Pancreato-Biliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita Salute San Raffaele University Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Tel Aviv Souraski Medical Center, Invasive Endoscopy Unit, Gastroenterology Institute, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Regional Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Iuliu Hațieganu," Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Endoscopy Center, Liaoning Engineering Technology Research Center of Diagnosis and Treatment of Digestive Endoscopy, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Gastrointestinal Unit, Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev, Herlev, Denmark
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- Center for Endoscopic Research and Therapeutics, University of Chicago Medicine and Biological Sciences, Chicago, IL, USA
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Ignee A, Jenssen C, Arcidiacono PG, Hocke M, Möller K, Saftoiu A, Will U, Fusaroli P, Iglesias-Garcia J, Ponnudurai R, Petrone MC, Braden B, Burmester E, Dong Y, Atkinson NS, Dietrich CF. Endoscopic ultrasound elastography of small solid pancreatic lesions: a multicenter study. Endoscopy 2018; 50:1071-1079. [PMID: 29689572 DOI: 10.1055/a-0588-4941] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND The prevalence of malignancy in patients with small solid pancreatic lesions is low; however, early diagnosis is crucial for successful treatment of these cases. Therefore, a method to reliably distinguish between benign and malignant small solid pancreatic lesions would be highly desirable. We investigated the role of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) elastography in this setting. METHODS Patients with solid pancreatic lesions ≤ 15 mm in size and a definite diagnosis were included. Lesion stiffness relative to the surrounding pancreatic parenchyma, as qualitatively assessed and documented at the time of EUS elastography, was retrospectively compared with the final diagnosis obtained by fine-needle aspiration/biopsy or surgical resection. RESULTS 218 patients were analyzed. The average size of the lesions was 11 ± 3 mm; 23 % were ductal adenocarcinoma, 52 % neuroendocrine tumors, 8 % metastases, and 17 % other entities; 66 % of the lesions were benign. On elastography, 50 % of lesions were stiffer than the surrounding pancreatic parenchyma (stiff lesions) and 50 % were less stiff or of similar stiffness (soft lesions). High stiffness of the lesion had a sensitivity of 84 % (95 % confidence interval 73 % - 91 %), specificity of 67 % (58 % - 74 %), positive predictive value (PPV) of 56 % (50 % - 62 %), and negative predictive value (NPV) of 89 % (83 % - 93 %) for the diagnosis of malignancy. For the diagnosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, the sensitivity, specificity, PPV, and NPV were 96 % (87 % - 100 %), 64 % (56 % - 71 %), 45 % (40 % - 50 %), and 98 % (93 % - 100 %), respectively. CONCLUSIONS In patients with small solid pancreatic lesions, EUS elastography can rule out malignancy with a high level of certainty if the lesion appears soft. A stiff lesion can be either benign or malignant.
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- Andre Ignee
- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Pancreato-Biliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Medical Department I/Gastroenterology, SANA Hospital Lichtenberg, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania
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- Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences University of Bologna, Hospital of Imola, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department, University Hospital, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Prince Court Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Pancreato-Biliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany.,Ultrasound Department of the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou University, China
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Potthoff A, Helmberger T, Ignee A, Willmann JK, Dietrich CF. Standardisierte Befundung und Dokumentation der Kontrastmittelsonografie der Leber (CEUS LI-RADS). Z Gastroenterol 2018; 56:499-506. [PMID: 29734449 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-124874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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ZusammenfassungIn der Abklärung von hepatozellulären Karzinomen (HCCs) bei Hochrisikopatienten wurde zur standardisierten Befundung und Dokumentation der Kontrastmittel-Computertomografie (CECT) und Kontrastmittel-Magnetresonanztomografie (CEMRT) vor wenigen Jahren das „Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System” (LI-RADS) durch das American College of Radiology (ACR) erstellt. Die LI-RADS-Kategorisierung wird zur Klassifikation von Leberläsionen in der Leberzirrhose als sicher benigne (LR-1), intermediär (LR2 – 4) bis zu „definitiv HCC“ (LR-5) beurteilt. Seit 2014 wurde die LI-RADS-Klassifikation durch eine Arbeitsgruppe von internationalen Radiologen und Hepatologen auf die Kontrastmittelsonografie erweitert. Zeitgleich mit der Zulassung des Kontrastmittels SonoVue™ (in den USA Lumason™) wurde die Klassifikation 2016 in die LI-RADS Kategorisierung integriert und wird in diesem Artikel erläutert (CEUS-LI-RADS).
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- Andrej Potthoff
- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endocrinology, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, Klinikum Bogenhausen, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Müller T, Bojunga J, Dong Y, Mauri G, Radzina M, Dighe M, Cui XW, Grünwald F, Schuler A, Ignee A, Korkusuz H. Statement and Recommendations on Interventional Ultrasound as a Thyroid Diagnostic and Treatment Procedure. Ultrasound Med Biol 2018; 44:14-36. [PMID: 29126752 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2017.08.1889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 67] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2017] [Revised: 08/24/2017] [Accepted: 08/29/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The recently published guidelines of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) on interventional ultrasound (INVUS)-guided procedures summarize the intended interdisciplinary and multiprofessional approach. Herewith, we report on recommendations for interventional procedures for diagnosis and treatment of the thyroid gland.
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- Christoph F Dietrich
- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany; Ultrasound Department, First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China.
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- Medizinische Klinik I, Klinikum am Steinenberg, Reutlingen, Germany
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- 1st Medical Department, Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universitätsklinikum, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, European Institute of Oncology, Milan, Italy
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- Diagnostic Radiology Institute, Paula Stradina Clinical University Hospital, Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universitätsklinikum, Frankfurt, Germany; German Center for Thermoablation of Thyroid Nodules, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Zentrum für Innere Medizin, Alb Fils Kliniken, Helfenstein Klinik, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universitätsklinikum, Frankfurt, Germany; German Center for Thermoablation of Thyroid Nodules, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Averkiou M, Nielsen MB, Barr RG, Burns PN, Calliada F, Cantisani V, Choi B, Chammas MC, Clevert DA, Claudon M, Correas JM, Cui XW, Cosgrove D, D'Onofrio M, Dong Y, Eisenbrey J, Fontanilla T, Gilja OH, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Kono Y, Kudo M, Lassau N, Lyshchik A, Franca Meloni M, Moriyasu F, Nolsøe C, Piscaglia F, Radzina M, Saftoiu A, Sidhu PS, Sporea I, Schreiber-Dietrich D, Sirlin CB, Stanczak M, Weskott HP, Wilson SR, Willmann JK, Kim TK, Jang HJ, Vezeridis A, Westerway S. How to perform Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS). Ultrasound Int Open 2018; 4:E2-E15. [PMID: 29423461 PMCID: PMC5802984 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-123931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 175] [Impact Index Per Article: 29.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2017] [Revised: 11/27/2017] [Accepted: 11/29/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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"How to perform contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS)" provides general advice on the use of ultrasound contrast agents (UCAs) for clinical decision-making and reviews technical parameters for optimal CEUS performance. CEUS techniques vary between centers, therefore, experts from EFSUMB, WFUMB and from the CEUS LI-RADS working group created a discussion forum to standardize the CEUS examination technique according to published evidence and best personal experience. The goal is to standardise the use and administration of UCAs to facilitate correct diagnoses and ultimately to improve the management and outcomes of patients.
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- Christoph F. Dietrich
- Caritas-Krankenhaus, Medizinische Klinik 2, Bad Mergentheim, Germany and Ultrasound Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Radiology, Northeastern Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, United States
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- Dept Medical Biophysics, University of Toronto. Sunnybrook Research Institute, Toronto, Canada
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- Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, Department of Radiology, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, "Sapienza" University of Rome, ROME, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, Chung-Ang University Hosptial, Seoul, Korea (the Republic of)
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- Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, Instituto de Radiologia, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Radiology, University of Munich-Grosshadern Campus, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Radiology, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nancy and Université de Lorraine, Vandoeuvre, France
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- Hopital universitaire Necker-Enfants malades, Service de Radiologie Adultes, Paris, France
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical college, Huahzong University of Science and technology, Wuhan, China
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- Imperial College London, Imaging, London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 200032 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, United States
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- Radiology, Hospital Universitario Puerta del Hierro Majadahonda, Majadahonda, Spain
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical college, Huahzong University of Science and technology, Wuhan, China
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- Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/ Wriezen, Klinik für Innere Medizin, Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Medicine and Radiology, University of California, San Diego, United States
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- Kinki Daigaku Igakubu, Department Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Osakasayama, Osaka, Japan
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- Gustave Roussy and IR4MUMR8081. Université Paris-Sud, Université Paris-Saclay, Radiology, Paris, France
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- Department of Radiology, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, United States
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- Radiology Department of Interventional Ultrasound - Casa di cura Igea- Milano, Italy
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- Sanno Hospital,International University of Helth and Welfare, Center for Cancer Ablation Therapy, Tokyo, Japan
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- Ultrasound Section, Division of Surgery, Dep. of Gastroenterology, Herlev Hospital Copenhagen Academy for Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Div. Internal Medicine, Dept of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Bologna, Italy
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- P.Stradina Clinical University Hospital, Diagnosic Radiology Institute, Riga, Latvia
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Craiova, Romania
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- King's College London, Radiology, London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Gastroenterology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, Timisoara, Romania
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- Liver Imaging Grup, University of California, Department of Radiology, San Diego, United States
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- Department of Radiology, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, United States
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- Department of Radiology, Foothills Medical Centre University of Calgary, Division of Ultrasound, Calgary, Canada
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- Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Ultrasound, Charles Sturt University NSW Australia, NSW, Australia
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Abstract
Background and Objectives Autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) remains a difficult disease to diagnose before treatment, particularly if presenting as a focal mass lesion. The purpose of this multicenter retrospective study is to analyze imaging features of histologically confirmed AIP to determine the additional diagnostic value of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS), contrast-enhanced endoscopic ultrasound (CE-EUS), and elastography to B-mode features. Patients and Methods We report on a retrospective data collection of 60 histologically confirmed cases of AIP in comparison to 16 patients with pancreatic adenocarcinomas (PDAC). All CE (-E) US examinations were assessed by two independent readers in consensus. The role of CEUS and CE-EUS for pancreatic evaluation was defined according to the 2011 European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology guidelines. Results After injection of ultrasound (US) contrast agents, most AIP lesions displayed focal or diffuse isoenhancement (86.6%) in the arterial phase, while most of the PDAC lesions (93.7%) were hypoenhancing (P < 0.01). During the late phase, most AIP lesions were hyper-(65%) or iso-enhancing (35%), while most PDAC lesions were hypoenhancing (93.7%). CE-EUS was performed in a subset of ten patients and showed hyperenhancement in all AIP cases. Most focal AIP lesions (n = 27, 79.4%) were stiffer than the surrounding pancreatic parenchyma. Conclusions In this study, percutaneous and endoscopic contrast enhanced harmonic US techniques consistently revealed diffuse and focal types of AIP to have features consistent with vascularized lesions. Differentiation from the typically hypovascularized pancreatic adenocarcinoma was possible with CE (-E) US evaluation.
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- Yi Dong
- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 200032 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Medical Department, Helios Klinikum Meiningen, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Strausberg, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endocrinology, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Hannover, Germany
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Medical Department, Caritas Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr. 7, D-97980, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Medical Department, Caritas Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr. 7, D-97980, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Complementary to part 1, this review summarizes indications, opportunities and applications of ultrasounds in palliative care medicine. In particular, the following topics are discussed: · Ultrasound as a non-invasive, low-threshold, bedside technique, which uniquely combines diagnostic efficacy and empathy.. · Sonographic surveillance of patients with malignant disease.. · Point-of-care application of ultrasound in palliative care services.. · Ultrasound-guided palliative interventions (drainage of effusions and other therapeutic procedures)..
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- Dieter Nuernberg
- Gastroenterologie, Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg, Campus Neuruppin, Germany
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- Innere Medizin, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland GmbH, Wriezen, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik 1, Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Praxis für Innere Medizin, Bahnhofstraße 16/2 Rankweil, Austria
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Dong Y, Wang WP, Mao F, Fan M, Ignee A, Serra C, Sparchez Z, Sporea I, Braden B, Dietrich CF. Contrast enhanced ultrasound features of hepatic cystadenoma and hepatic cystadenocarcinoma. Scand J Gastroenterol 2017; 52:365-372. [PMID: 27887203 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2016.1259652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Hepatic (biliary) cystic tumor (HBCT) is a rare focal cystic liver lesion, which has been rarely described in the literature. In our current multicenter, retrospective study, we aimed to analyze contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) features and its diagnostic performance in histologically proved HBCT. MATERIAL AND METHODS Twenty-three patients with single HBCT were retrospectively analyzed. Histologically, 17 (73.9%) were benign hepatic (biliary) cystadenoma (HBCA), 6 (26.1%) were hepatic (biliary) cystadenocarcinoma (HBCAC). All CEUS examinations were assessed by two independent radiologists in consensus. Criteria of CEUS imaging evaluation included the contrast enhancement pattern of lesion (hypoenhancing, hyperenhancing, isoenhancing in comparison to the surrounding liver parenchyma) during the arterial, portal venous and late phases. RESULTS After injection of ultrasound contrast agents, most of the HBCTs (78.3%, 18/23) had typical honeycomb enhancement pattern of the cystic wall, septa or mural nodules. Comparing between HBCA and HBCAC, hyperenhancement of the honeycomb septa during the arterial phase was more common in HBCA (p = .047). However, hypoenhancement during the portal venous and late phases was the characteristic of HBCAC (p = .041). CONCLUSIONS The EFSUMB algorithm for CEUS for characterization of solid focal liver lesions is also applicable to HBCT. CEUS evaluation can avoid further diagnostic investigations or invasive biopsy procedure.
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- Yi Dong
- a Department of Ultrasound , Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University , Shanghai , China.,b Med. Klinik 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim , Bad Mergentheim , Germany
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- a Department of Ultrasound , Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University , Shanghai , China
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- a Department of Ultrasound , Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University , Shanghai , China
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- c Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University , Zhengzhou, China
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- b Med. Klinik 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim , Bad Mergentheim , Germany
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- d Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound Unit, Department of Organ Failure and Transplantation , S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital , Bologna , Italy
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- e 3rd Medical Department, Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- f Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology , University of Medicine and Pharmacy Victor Babes , Timisoara , Romania
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- g Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Headley Way, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , Oxford , UK
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- b Med. Klinik 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim , Bad Mergentheim , Germany.,c Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University , Zhengzhou, China
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Ignee A, Jenssen C, Hocke M, Dong Y, Wang WP, Cui XW, Woenckhaus M, Iordache S, Saftoiu A, Schuessler G, Dietrich CF. Contrast-enhanced (endoscopic) ultrasound and endoscopic ultrasound elastography in gastrointestinal stromal tumors. Endosc Ultrasound 2017; 6:55-60. [PMID: 28218202 PMCID: PMC5331845 DOI: 10.4103/2303-9027.200216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background and Objectives: Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) represent the largest group of subepithelial tumors (SET) of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. They may show malignant behavior, in contrast to other SET. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is frequently used to characterize SET. With the introduction of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) into EUS (CE-EUS), distinct enhancement patterns can be detected. In the presented study, the characteristic features of CE-EUS in GIST are analyzed and compared with those of other SET. Materials and Methods: Consecutive patients from four centers with SET of the upper and middle GI tract were included and received endoscopic or transcutaneous CEUS. The results were compared with EUS-guided tissue acquisition, forceps biopsy, or surgical resection. Results: Forty-two out of 62 (68%) patients had SET of the stomach, 17/62 (27%) of the small intestine, 2/62 (3%) of the esophagus, and 1/62 (2%) extraintestinal. Eighty-one percent underwent surgery. Leiomyoma was found in 5/62 (8%) and GIST in 57/62 patients (92%). Thirty-nine out of 57 (68%) patients had GIST lesions in the stomach, 17/57 (30%) had GIST of the small intestine, and 1/57 (2%) patients had extraintestinal GISTs. GIST size was 62.6 ± 42.1 (16–200) mm. Hyperenhancement had a sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, and accuracy of 98%, 100%, 100%, 93%, and 98% for the diagnosis of GIST. Fifty out of 57 patients with GIST (88%) showed avascular areas in the center of the lesions. Conclusion: CE-EUS and CEUS show hyperenhancement and avascular areas in a high percentage of GIST but not in leiomyoma. Thus, GIST and leiomyoma can be discriminated accurately.
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- Andre Ignee
- Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Wriezen, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg, Germany
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- Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- The Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Research Center in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Craiova, Romania
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Braden B, Jenssen C, D'Onofrio M, Hocke M, Will U, Möller K, Ignee A, Dong Y, Cui XW, Sãftoiu A, Dietrich CF. B-mode and contrast-enhancement characteristics of small nonincidental neuroendocrine pancreatic tumors. Endosc Ultrasound 2017; 6:49-54. [PMID: 28218201 PMCID: PMC5331844 DOI: 10.4103/2303-9027.200213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Imaging of the pancreas for detection of neuroendocrine tumors is indicated as surveillance in multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN1) or if typical clinical symptoms combined with hormone production raise the suspicion of a neuroendocrine tumor. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is considered the best imaging modality to detect small pancreatic tumors. However, little is known about how small pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (pNETs) present on EUS. PATIENTS AND METHODS In this multicenter study, we retrospectively analyzed the endosonographic characteristics of small pNETs which had been detected due to typical biochemistry and clinical symptoms or during surveillance of MEN 1. Only small pancreatic tumors ≤15 mm with histological confirmation as pNET were included. B-mode and contrast-enhanced ultrasound- and EUS patterns were analyzed. RESULTS Among 32 patients with histologically proven small pNETs, 7 patients had known MEN1. Among the pNETs, 20 were insulinoma, 2 gastrinoma, 3 glucagonoma, 6 nonfunctional in MEN1, and one PPoma. 94% of the pNET appeared hypoechogenic, only 1 isoechogenic and 1 hyperechogenic. After contrast injection, 90% of the pNETS showed hyperenhancement compared to the surrounding pancreatic parenchyma. CONCLUSION The high spatial resolution of EUS allows detection and even cytological confirmation of pNET <7 mm diameter. Hypoechogenicity in B-mode and hyperenhancement after injection of contrast agents are endosonographic characteristics of small pNET and present in >90% of pNETs.
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- Barbara Braden
- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford, UK
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- Medical Department, Krankenhaus Maerkisch-Oderland, Strausberg, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, G.B. Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Medical Department, Helios Klinikum Meiningen, Meiningen, Germany
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- SRH Wald-Klinikum Gera, Gera, Germany
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- Medical Department I/Gastroenterology, Sana Hospital Lichtenberg, Berlin, Germany
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- Medical Department, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr. 7 D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Craiova, Romania
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- Medical Department, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr. 7 D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany; Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The first Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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BACKGROUND Fusion imaging is an accepted method in abdominal imaging allowing a simultaneous display of reference imaging with a live ultrasound (US) investigation. For prostate cancer, promising results have been published for endorectal US (ERUS)-guided biopsy of suspicious lesions in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). To our knowledge, no other indication for the fusion of ERUS with MRI has been reported so far. METHODS We report on three patients scheduled for ERUS due to anorectal fistulae after treatment (n = 2) or rectal carcinoma (n = 1), which were scheduled for real-time virtual onography (RVS), a method for the fusion of MRI imaging with US. RESULTS In all patients, RVS was successful. The course of the fistulae could be defined and the success of the treatment could be confirmed. In the patient with rectal carcinoma, the lymph nodes suspicious in MRI could be identified. CONCLUSIONS MRI/ERUS fusion has the potential for follow-up of anorectal fistulae and abscesses, and staging of anal and rectal tumors.
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- Andre Ignee
- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Diagnosing unclear lymph node (LN) enlargements in the mediastinum and abdomen is the most important indication of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-fine needle aspiration (FNA) after the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic diseases. Investigating LNs in these areas can happen in different clinical settings. Mostly, it is the first modality in general LN diseases without any peripheral LN enlargements. On the other hand, it can be the question of LN involvement in a known or suspected primary tumor. Due to EUS-FNA cytology, those questions can be answered highly, accurately. However, a primary discrimination of LNs might be helpful to increase the diagnostic value of the FNA cytology, especially in cases with multiple LN enlargements and hard to reach enlarged LNs for example by vessel interposition. Because of the unreliability of B-mode criteria, further diagnostic improvements such as elastography and contrast-enhanced EUS are investigated to increase the accuracy of the initial diagnosis.
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- Michael Hocke
- Medical Department, Helios Klinikum Meiningen, D-98617 Meiningen, Germany
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- Medical Department, Caritas-Krankenhaus, D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Medical Department, Caritas-Krankenhaus, D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Jenssen C, Brkljacic B, Hocke M, Ignee A, Piscaglia F, Radzina M, Sidhu PS, Dietrich CF. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part VI - Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Interventions. Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:473-476. [PMID: 26515965 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1553450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The sixth part of the Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound produced under the auspices of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) assesses the evidence for ultrasound guidance and assistance in vascular interventions. Based on convincing data, real-time sonographic guidance for central venous access is strongly recommended as a key safety measure. Systematic analysis of scientific literature shows that in difficult situations and special circumstances US guidance may also improve the efficacy and safety of peripheral venous and arterial access and endovascular interventions. Moreover, the recommendations of this guideline endorse the use of ultrasound to detect complications of vascular access and US-guided interventional treatment of arterial pseudoaneurysms.
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- C Jenssen
- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Strausberg/ Wriezen, Germany
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- University of Zagreb School of Medicine, Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital "Dubrava", Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Dept of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Diagnostic Radiology Institute, Paula Stradins Clinical University Hospital, Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Jenssen C, Brkljacic B, Hocke M, Ignee A, Piscaglia F, Radzina M, Sidhu PS, Dietrich CF. Erratum: EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part VI - Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Interventions. Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:e1. [PMID: 26579832 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1566900] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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- C Jenssen
- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Strausberg/ Wriezen, Germany
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- University of Zagreb School of Medicine, Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital "Dubrava", Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Dept of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Diagnostic Radiology Institute, Paula Stradins Clinical University Hospital, Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
- Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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Mohaupt MG, Arampatzis S, Atkinson N, Yi D, Cui XW, Ignee A, Dietrich CF. Comments and extensions to EFSUMB guidelines on renal interventional ultrasound (INVUS). Med Ultrason 2016; 18:351-361. [PMID: 27622413 DOI: 10.11152/mu.2013.2066.183.moh] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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The substantial evidence base for interventional ultrasound approaches to renal diagnostic sampling and therapeutic access exists. This review comments on the evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound-guided renal access which have been published recently within the framework of Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (InVUS) of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) from a clinical practice point of view. Specific aspects of tissue handling and workup, procedural approach and patient interaction are discussed. Indications, contraindications, risk factors and methods to reduce these risks are considered.
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- Markus G Mohaupt
- Department of Nephrology, Hypertension and Clinical Pharmacology, University of Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Nephrology, Hypertension and Clinical Pharmacology, University of Bern, Berne, Switzerland
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 200032 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Caritas Hospital, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Caritas Hospital, Bad Mergentheim, Germany;Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The first affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China.
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Cui XW, Ignee A, Maros T, Straub B, Wen JG, Dietrich CF. Feasibility and Usefulness of Intra-Cavitary Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound in Percutaneous Nephrostomy. Ultrasound Med Biol 2016; 42:2180-8. [PMID: 27262520 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2016.04.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2015] [Revised: 03/30/2016] [Accepted: 04/25/2016] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility and utility of intra-cavitary contrast enhanced ultrasound (ICCEUS) in guiding percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN) and assessing complications. Forty-five ultrasound-guided PCNs were performed in 35 patients with hydronephrosis resulting from urinary tract obstruction. Ultrasound contrast agent (0.1 mL diluted in 20-30 mL saline) was injected through the puncture needle and the drainage tube to precisely locate the device and obstruction, with the fluoroscopy results considered the gold standard. ICCEUS was performed again the next day to assess complications. All 45 PCNs were successfully performed under the guidance of ultrasound. With ICCEUS, we could confirm the correct insertion of needle and catheter and locate the obstruction in all 35 patients, with fluoroscopic results as the gold standard. Catheter dislodgement was diagnosed by administration of ultrasound contrast agent in 5 patients. Hematoma (1 patient) and urine leakage (1 patient) were also observed. With the advantages of lack of exposure to radiation, performance in real time and bedside availability, ICCEUS has the potential to become a new modality to guide PCN and assess catheter-related complications.
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- Xin-Wu Cui
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China; Medical Clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Wuerzburg, Wuerzburg, Germany
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- Medical Clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Wuerzburg, Wuerzburg, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Wuerzburg, Wuerzburg, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Wuerzburg, Wuerzburg, Germany
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- Department of Urology, First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Medical Clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Wuerzburg, Wuerzburg, Germany; Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China.
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Fusaroli P, Jenssen C, Hocke M, Burmester E, Buscarini E, Havre RF, Ignee A, Saftoiu A, Vilmann P, Nolsøe CP, Nürnberg D, D'Onofrio M, Gilja OH, Lorentzen T, Piscaglia F, Sidhu PS, Dietrich CF. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part V - EUS-Guided Therapeutic Interventions (short version). Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:412-420. [PMID: 27490463 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1553742] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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The fifth section of the Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS) of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) assesses the evidence for all the categories of endoscopic ultrasound-guided treatment reported to date. Celiac plexus neurolysis and block, vascular intervention, drainage of fluid collections, drainage of biliary and pancreatic ducts, and experimental tumor ablation techniques are discussed. For each topic, all current evidence has been extensively analyzed and summarized into major recommendations for reader consultation (short version; the long version is published online).
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- P Fusaroli
- Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences University of Bologna,Hospital of Imola, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Strausberg/ Wriezen, Germany
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- Dept of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, Sana Kliniken, Luebeck, Germany
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- UO Gastroenterologia, Ospedale Maggiore Crema, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania and Department of Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal Unit, Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev, Denmark
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- Gastrointestinal Unit, Department of Surgery, University Hospital Herlev, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Brandenburg University of Medicine Theodor Fontane, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Dept of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Hospital S.Orsola Malpighi, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Fusaroli P, Jenssen C, Hocke M, Burmester E, Buscarini E, Havre RF, Ignee A, Saftoiu A, Vilmann P, Nolsøe CP, Nürnberg D, D'Onofrio M, Gilja OH, Lorentzen T, Piscaglia F, Sidhu PS, Dietrich CF. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part V. Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:77-99. [PMID: 26632995 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1553738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The fifth section of the Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS) of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) assesses the evidence for all the categories of endoscopic ultrasound-guided treatment reported to date. Celiac plexus neurolysis and block, vascular intervention, drainage of fluid collections, drainage of biliary and pancreatic ducts, and experimental tumor ablation techniques are discussed. For each topic, all current evidence has been extensively analyzed and summarized into major recommendations for reader consultation in clinical practice (long version).
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- P Fusaroli
- Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences University of Bologna/Hospital of Imola, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland, Strausberg/ Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, Sana Kliniken, Luebeck, Germany
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- UO Gastroenterologia, Ospedale Maggiore Crema, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania and Department of Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal Unit, Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev, Denmark
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- Gastrointestinal Unit, Department of Surgery, University Hospital Herlev, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Brandenburg University of Medicine Theodor Fontane, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Dept of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna/Hospital S.Orsola Malpighi, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Dong Y, Wang WP, Cantisani V, D’Onofrio M, Ignee A, Mulazzani L, Saftoiu A, Sparchez Z, Sporea I, Dietrich CF. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound of histologically proven hepatic epithelioid hemangioendothelioma. World J Gastroenterol 2016; 22:4741-4749. [PMID: 27217705 PMCID: PMC4870080 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v22.i19.4741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2016] [Revised: 03/15/2016] [Accepted: 04/07/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To analyze contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) features of histologically proven hepatic epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (HEHE) in comparison to other multilocular benign focal liver lesions (FLL).
METHODS: Twenty-five patients with histologically proven HEHE and 45 patients with histologically proven multilocular benign FLL were retrospectively reviewed. Four radiologists assessed the CEUS enhancement pattern in consensus.
RESULTS: HEHE manifested as a single (n = 3) or multinodular (n = 22) FLL. On CEUS, HEHE showed rim-like (18/25, 72%) or heterogeneous hyperenhancement (7/25, 28%) in the arterial phase and hypoenhancement (25/25, 100%) in the portal venous and late phases (PVLP), a sign of malignancy. Eighteen patients showed central unenhanced areas (18/25, 72%); in seven patients (7/25, 28%), more lesions were detected in the PVLP. In contrast, all patients with hemangioma and focal nodular hyperplasia showed hyperenhancement as the most distinctive feature (P < 0.01).
CONCLUSION: CEUS allows for characterization of unequivocal FLL. By analyzing the hypoenhancement in the PVLP, CEUS can determine the malignant nature of HEHE.
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Ignee A, Boerner N, Bruening A, Dirks K, von Herbay A, Jenssen C, Kubale R, Sattler H, Schuler A, Weiss H, Schuessler G, Dietrich CF. Duplex sonography of the mesenteric vessels--a critical evaluation of inter-observer variability. Z Gastroenterol 2016; 54:304-11. [PMID: 27056458 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-107544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The number of publications concerning mesenteric Doppler sonography (mesDS) is immense and does not correlate with the frequency of its use in clinical practice. This is astonishing since it provides real time blood flow (perfusion) information without side effects. Despite uncontrollable parameters like the technical limitations in some situations the optimization of (possibly) controllable parameters like standardization, production of normal values and reduction of the investigator variability by evaluating stable parameters could change the situation. PATIENTS AND METHODS 10 investigators experienced in abdominal sonography ("DEGUM-Seminarleiter") performed mesenteric Doppler sonography in 5 healthy subjects with 5 different machines. RESULTS The portal vein at the confluence and the common hepatic artery provide a significant portion of investigations with intromission angles of more than 60°. Values of diameter, resistance index and pulsatility index of the celiac trunc could be obtained with inter-observer variability values below 25 %. The proper and the common hepatic artery show no differences in inter-observer variability values, whereas the intrahepatic measure point of the portal vein showed a higher reproducibility. DISCUSSION We define frame conditions for future mesenteric Doppler studies: the portal vein should be investigated at the intrahepatic measure point. Pathophysiological studies should refrain from velocity parameters except in the case of larger vessels running in a straight course towards the probe.
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- A Ignee
- Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Medizinische Klinik 2, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Gastroenterologische Gemeinschaftspraxis, Mainz, Germany
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- Facharztpraxis für Innere Medizin, Bad Malente/Gremsmühlen, Germany
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- Rems-Murr-Klinikum Winnenden, Winnenden, Germany
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- St. Marien-Hospital Hamm, Klinik für Innere Medizin/Gastroenterologie, Hamm, Germany
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- Krankenhaus Märkisch-Oderland, Strausberg, Germany
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- Gemeinschaftspraxis für Radiologie und Nuklearmedizin, Pirmasens, Germany
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- Praxis Dr. med. Sattler, Bad Dürkheim, Germany
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- Helfenstein Klinik, Geislingen/Steige, Germany
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- Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Medizinische Klinik 2, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Medizinische Klinik 2, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Jenssen C, Hocke M, Fusaroli P, Gilja OH, Buscarini E, Havre RF, Ignee A, Saftoiu A, Vilmann P, Burmester E, Nolsøe CP, Nürnberg D, D'Onofrio M, Lorentzen T, Piscaglia F, Sidhu PS, Dietrich CF. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part IV - EUS-guided Interventions: General aspects and EUS-guided sampling (Long Version). Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:E33-E76. [PMID: 27058434 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1553785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The fourth part of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound describes general aspects of endoscopic ultrasound-guided diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and assesses the evidence for endoscopic ultrasound-guided sampling. Endoscopic ultrasound combines the most advanced high-resolution ultrasound imaging of lesions within the wall and in the vicinity of the gastrointestinal tract and safe and effective fine needle based tissue acquisition from these lesions. The guideline addresses the indications, contraindications, techniques, adverse events, training and clinical impact of EUS-guided sampling. Advantages and drawbacks are weighed in comparison with image-guided percutaneous biopsy. Based on the most current evidence, clinical practice recommendations are given for crucial preconditions and steps of EUS-guided sampling as well as for safe performance. Additionally, the guideline deals with the principles and reliability of cytopathological reporting in endoscopic ultrasound-guided sampling (long version).
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- C Jenssen
- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences University of Bologna/Hospital of Imola, Italy
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, Ospedale Maggiore Crema, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania and Department of Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal Unit, Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev, Denmark
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- GastroUnit, Department of Surgery, University Hospital Herlev, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, Sana Kliniken, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Brandenburg University of Medicine Theodor Fontane, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Jenssen C, Hocke M, Fusaroli P, Gilja OH, Buscarini E, Havre RF, Ignee A, Saftoiu A, Vilmann P, Burmester E, Nolsøe CP, Nürnberg D, D'Onofrio M, Lorentzen T, Piscaglia F, Sidhu PS, Dietrich CF. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part IV - EUS-guided interventions: General Aspects and EUS-guided Sampling (Short Version). Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:157-169. [PMID: 26515966 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1553788] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The fourth part of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound describes general aspects of endoscopic ultrasound-guided diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and assesses the evidence for endoscopic ultrasound-guided sampling. Endoscopic ultrasound combines the most advanced high-resolution ultrasound imaging of lesions within the wall and in the vicinity of the gastrointestinal tract and safe and effective fine needle-based tissue acquisition from these lesions. The guideline addresses the indications, contraindications, techniques, adverse events, training and clinical impact of EUS-guided sampling. Advantages and drawbacks are weighed in comparison with image-guided percutaneous biopsy. Based on the most current evidence, clinical practice recommendations are given for crucial preconditions and steps of EUS-guided sampling as well as for safe performance. Additionally, the guideline deals with the principles and reliability of cytopathological reporting in endoscopic ultrasound-guided sampling (short version; the long version is published online).
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- C Jenssen
- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences University of Bologna/Hospital of Imola, Italy
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Departement of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, Ospedale Maggiore Crema, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania and Department of Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal Unit, Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev, Denmark
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- GastroUnit, Department of Surgery, University Hospital Herlev, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, Sana Kliniken, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Brandenburg University of Medicine Theodor Fontane, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Chiorean L, Potthoff A, Ignee A, Cui X, Sparchez Z. Percutaneous sclerotherapy of liver and renal cysts, comments on the EFSUMB guidelines. Z Gastroenterol 2016; 54:155-66. [PMID: 26854836 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-106594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Cystic lesions in the liver and kidneys are common incidental findings. They are generally benign and require no treatment. They can appear sporadically or as part of a syndrome, and are characterised by their anechoic structure and posterior enhancement in ultrasound imaging. Increased size, haemorrhage or infection of a cyst can lead to development of symptoms. Along with surgical options and laparoscopic cyst fenestration, ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy of symptomatic cysts represents an effective and safe minimally invasive treatment option.
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- C F Dietrich
- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endocrinology, Medizinische Hochschule, Hannover, Germany
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- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Gastroenterology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Iuliu Hatieganu", Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology "O.Fodor", Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Dietrich CF, Lorentzen T, Appelbaum L, Buscarini E, Cantisani V, Correas JM, Cui XW, D'Onofrio M, Gilja OH, Hocke M, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Kabaalioğlu A, Leen E, Nicolau C, Nolsøe CP, Radzina M, Serra C, Sidhu PS, Sparchez Z, Piscaglia F. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part III - Abdominal Treatment Procedures (Long Version). Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:E1-E32. [PMID: 26871408 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1553917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The third part of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS) assesses the evidence for ultrasound-guided and assisted interventions in abdominal treatment procedures. Recommendations for clinical practice are presented covering indications, contraindications, and safe and effective performance of the broad variety of these techniques. In particular, drainage of abscesses and fluid collections, interventional tumor ablation techniques, interventional treatment of symptomatic cysts and echinococcosis, percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography and drainage, percutaneous gastrostomy, urinary bladder drainage, and nephrostomy are addressed (long version).
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- C F Dietrich
- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, Ospedale Maggiore Crema, Italy
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Oncology and Pathology, Policlinico Umberto I, Univ. Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Adult Radiology, Paris-Descartes University and Necker University Hospital, Paris, and Institut Langevin - Inserm U979, Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen Norway and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Akdeniz University Medical Faculty, Antalya, Turkey
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- Imperial College London and Imaging Department, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Radiology Department, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Diagnostic Radiology Institute, Paula Stradins Clinical University Hospital, Riga, Latvia
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound Unit, Department of Organ Failure and Transplantation, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Iuliu Hatieganu" Cluj-Napoca, Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology "O.Fodor" Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Dietrich CF, Lorentzen T, Appelbaum L, Buscarini E, Cantisani V, Correas JM, Cui XW, D'Onofrio M, Gilja OH, Hocke M, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Kabaalioğlu A, Leen E, Nicolau C, Nolsøe CP, Radzina M, Serra C, Sidhu PS, Sparchez Z, Piscaglia F. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part III - Abdominal Treatment Procedures (Short Version). Ultraschall Med 2016; 37:27-45. [PMID: 26670019 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1553965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The third part of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound assesses the evidence for ultrasound-guided and assisted interventions in abdominal treatment procedures. Recommendations for clinical practice are presented covering indications, contraindications, safety and efficacy of the broad variety of these techniques. In particular, drainage of abscesses and fluid collections, interventional tumor ablation techniques, interventional treatment of symptomatic cysts and echinococcosis, percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography and drainage, percutaneous gastrostomy, urinary bladder drainage, and nephrostomy are addressed (short version; a long version is published online).
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- C F Dietrich
- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, Ospedale Maggiore Crema, Italy
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Oncology and Pathology, Policlinico Umberto I, Univ. Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Adult Radiology, Paris-Descartes University and Necker University Hospital, Paris, and Institut Langevin - Inserm U979, Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen Norway and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Helios Hospital Meiningen GmbH, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Akdeniz University Medical Faculty, Antalya, Turkey
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- Imperial College London and Imaging Department, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Radiology Department, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Diagnostic Radiology Institute, Paula Stradins Clinical University Hospital, Riga, Latvia
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound Unit, Department of Organ Failure and Transplantation, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Iuliu Hatieganu" Cluj-Napoca, Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology "O.Fodor" Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Unit of Internal Medicine, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the usefulness of intracavitary-applied contrast-enhanced ultrasound (ICCEUS) with BR1 in ultrasound-guided puncture and drainage of abdominal and pelvic abscesses. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 71 consecutive patients received ICCEUS after placement of a drainage catheter or a needle in abdominal or pelvic abscesses. Portions of 0.1 ml of BR1 and 20 ml of saline were injected through the drainage catheter or needle. Ultrasound recordings were evaluated to answer the following questions: correct placement of the catheter by showing enhancement in the cavity and the drain - ICCEUS findings suggesting incomplete enhancement in all abscess cavities - enhancement in non-abscess structures. RESULTS About 52% of patients had liver, 14% of patients had intraperitoneal, 11% had subphrenic, 14% had retroperitoneal, 6% had splenic, and 4% had pelvic abscesses. The majority of the patients received drain placement with 10-F using trocar technique. Enhancement in the drain or needle was seen in all patients. In 2% of patients, during the initial approach, a dislodgment of the catheter from the abscess cavity was diagnosed. Due to non-enhancing abscess compartments, in 36% of the patients more than one drainage treatment was necessary at the time of the first approach. In 14% of the patients communication with surrounding structures was diagnosed. Additional treatment resulted in 4% of cases. CONCLUSION ICCEUS was helpful in all patients to confirm correct placement of drain or puncture needle. In 40% of patients, as a consequence of ICCEUS, additional therapy was scheduled, either additional drainage or abscess puncture, endoscopic retrograde drainage of the biliary or pancreatic duct or thoracic intervention.
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- Andre Ignee
- a 1 Medical clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim , Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- b 2 Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch-Oderland , Strausberg, Germany
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- a 1 Medical clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim , Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- a 1 Medical clinic 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim , Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) plays an important role in imaging of the mediastinum and abdominal organs. Since the introduction of US contrast agents (UCA) for transabdominal US, attempts have been made to apply contrast-enhanced US techniques also to EUS. Since 2003, specific contrast-enhanced imaging was possible using EUS. Important studies have been published regarding contrast-enhanced EUS and the characterization of focal pancreatic lesions, lymph nodes, and subepithelial tumors. In this manuscript, we describe the relevant UCA, their application, and specific image acquisition as well as the principles of image tissue characterization using contrast-enhanced EUS. Safety issues, potential future developments, and EUS-specific issues are reviewed.
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- Andre Ignee
- Department of Medical, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Medical, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Cui XW, Chang JM, Kan QC, Chiorean L, Ignee A, Dietrich CF. Endoscopic ultrasound elastography: Current status and future perspectives. World J Gastroenterol 2015; 21:13212-13224. [PMID: 26715804 PMCID: PMC4679753 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i47.13212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2015] [Revised: 08/04/2015] [Accepted: 09/30/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Elastography is a new ultrasound modality that provides images and measurements related to tissue stiffness. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) has played an important role in the diagnosis and management of numerous abdominal and mediastinal diseases. Elastography by means of EUS examination can assess the elasticity of tumors in the proximity of the digestive tract that are hard to reach with conventional transcutaneous ultrasound probes, such as pancreatic masses and mediastinal or abdominal lymph nodes, thus improving the diagnostic yield of the procedure. Results from previous studies have promised benefits for EUS elastography in the differential diagnosis of lymph nodes, as well as for assessing masses with pancreatic or gastrointestinal (GI) tract locations. It is important to mention that EUS elastography is not considered a modality that can replace biopsy. However, it may be a useful adjunct, improving the accuracy of EUS-fine needle aspiration biopsy (EUS-FNAB) by selecting the most suspicious area to be targeted. Even more, it may be useful for guiding further clinical management when EUS-FNAB is negative or inconclusive. In the present paper we will discuss the current knowledge of EUS elastography, including the technical aspects, along with its applications in the differential diagnosis between benign and malignant solid pancreatic masses and lymph nodes, as well as its aid in the differentiation between normal pancreatic tissues and chronic pancreatitis. Moreover, the emergent indication and future perspectives are summarized, such as the benefit of EUS elastography in EUS-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, and its uses for characterization of lesions in liver, biliary tract, adrenal glands and GI tract.
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Sidhu PS, Brabrand K, Cantisani V, Correas JM, Cui XW, D'Onofrio M, Essig M, Freeman S, Gilja OH, Gritzmann N, Havre RF, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Kabaalioğlu A, Lorentzen T, Mohaupt M, Nicolau C, Nolsøe CP, Nürnberg D, Radzina M, Saftoiu A, Serra C, Spârchez Z, Sporea I, Dietrich CF. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part II. Diagnostic Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Procedures (Long Version). Ultraschall Med 2015; 36:E15-E35. [PMID: 26669869 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1554036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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This is the second part of the series on interventional ultrasound guidelines of the Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB). It deals with the diagnostic interventional procedure. General points are discussed which are pertinent to all patients, followed by organ-specific imaging that will allow the correct pathway and planning for the interventional procedure. This will allow for the appropriate imaging workup for each individual interventional procedure (Long version).
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- P S Sidhu
- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Norway
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Oncology and Pathology, Policlinico Umberto I, University Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Adult Radiology, Paris-Descartes University and Necker University Hospital, Paris, and Institut Langevin - Inserm U979, Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- Clinic of Gastroenterology, Departement Visceral Medicine, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Radiology, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, UK
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Radiology, Esslinger Hauptstraße 89, 1220 Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Medicine and National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Akdeniz University Medical Faculty, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Nephrology, Hypertension and Clinical Pharmacology, Division of Hypertension, University Hospital Berne, Switzerland
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- Radiology Department, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Brandenburg University of Medicine Theodor Fontane, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Diagnostic Radiology Institute, Paula Stradins Clinical University Hospital, Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound Unit, Department of Organ Failure and Transplantation S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Iuliu Hatieganu" Cluj-Napoca and Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology "O. Fodor" Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Victor Babes, Timisoara, Romania
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Sidhu PS, Brabrand K, Cantisani V, Correas JM, Cui XW, D'Onofrio M, Essig M, Freeman S, Gilja OH, Gritzmann N, Havre RF, Ignee A, Jenssen C, Kabaalioğlu A, Lorentzen T, Mohaupt M, Nicolau C, Nolsøe CP, Nürnberg D, Radzina M, Saftoiu A, Serra C, Spârchez Z, Sporea I, Dietrich CF. EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part II. Diagnostic Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Procedures (Short Version). Ultraschall Med 2015; 36:566-580. [PMID: 26669871 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1566760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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This is the second part of the series on interventional ultrasound guidelines of the Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB). It deals with the diagnostic interventional procedure. General points are discussed which are pertinent to all patients, followed by organ-specific imaging that will allow the correct pathway and planning for the interventional procedure. This will allow for the appropriate imaging workup for each individual interventional procedure (Long version/ short version; the long version is published online).
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- P S Sidhu
- Department of Radiology, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Norway
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Oncology and Pathology, Policlinico Umberto I, University Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Adult Radiology, Paris-Descartes University and Necker University Hospital, Paris, and Institut Langevin - Inserm U979, Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, GB Rossi University Hospital, University of Verona, Italy
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- Clinic of Gastroenterology, Departement Visceral Medicine, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Radiology, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, UK
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- National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen and Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Radiology, Esslinger Hauptstraße 89, 1220 Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Medicine and National Centre for Ultrasound in Gastroenterology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Akdeniz University Medical Faculty, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Nephrology, Hypertension and Clinical Pharmacology, Division of Hypertension, University Hospital Berne, Switzerland
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- Radiology Department, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Ultrasound Section, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Brandenburg University of Medicine Theodor Fontane, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Diagnostic Radiology Institute, Paula Stradins Clinical University Hospital, Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound Unit, Department of Organ Failure and Transplantation S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Iuliu Hatieganu" Cluj-Napoca and Institute for Gastroenterology and Hepatology "O. Fodor" Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Victor Babes, Timisoara, Romania
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Lembcke B, Jenssen C, Hocke M, Ignee A, Hollerweger A. Intestinal Ultrasound in Rare Gastrointestinal Diseases, Update, Part 2. Ultraschall Med 2015; 36:428-456. [PMID: 26091002 DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1399730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Intestinal ultrasound has become an established and valid diagnostic method for inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, appendicitis, bowel obstruction, perforation and intussusception. However, little is known about sonographic findings in other rarer intestinal diseases. Ultrasound may display the transformation of the intestinal wall from a normal to a pathological state both in inflammatory and neoplastic disease. Besides demonstrating the transmural aspect, it also shows the mesenteric reaction as well as complications such as fistula, abscesses, stenosis, or ileus. Furthermore, in some diseases intestinal ultrasound may serve as a diagnostic clue if typical patterns of the bowel wall and impaired peristalsis can be demonstrated. This may lead to an important reduction of invasive and expensive (follow-up) procedures. The information gained by ultrasound regarding intestinal disease, however, is as important and valid as e. g. in case of focal lesions of the liver. Serving as tertiary referral centers for a broad spectrum of intestinal diseases, we therefore report some aspects of ultrasound in patients with less often recognized diseases. The article is divided into two parts, the first focusing on examination techniques, infectious diseases and celiac sprue and the second on hereditary, vascular and neoplastic diseases and varia.
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- C F Dietrich
- Department of Internal Medicine, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, St.-Barbara-Hospital, Gladbeck, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Märkisch Oderland Hospital, Strausberg/Wriezen, Germany
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- Internal Medicine II, Klinikum Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital Barmherzige Brüder, Salzburg, Austria
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Ignee A, Cui X, Hirche T, Demolo C, Barreiros AP, Schuessler G, Dietrich CF. Percutaneous biopsies of splenic lesions--a clinical and contrast enhanced ultrasound based algorithm. Clin Hemorheol Microcirc 2015; 58:529-41. [PMID: 24448731 DOI: 10.3233/ch-141813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Splenic lesions are rare and characterization is difficult. Secondary spread is more frequent than primary malignant lesions. Thus clinical circumstances are important in the general work-up. Contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) had high accuracy in recent studies but the positive predictive value is low. Biopsy is considered dangerous. Recent studies have brought back this method into focus showing an excellent efficacy and safety. The aim of this study was to estimate the rate of relevant biopsy results in patients with splenic lesions concerning the clinical circumstances. DESIGN Patients with unclear splenic lesions which appeared progressively hypoenhancing in the late phase of CEUS with BR1 were included. Biopsy was performed with ultrasound guidance. Patients were sorted into 5 groups according to their clinical symptoms. RESULTS 44 patients were enrolled, 59% had benign lesions. 73% were rated relevant. For the subgroups the rate was: patients with hints for hemato-oncological diseases 83%, patients without symptoms 38%, patients with infections of unknown origin 100%, patients with suspicion of metastases 33%, immunocompromised patients 100%. One bleeding could be managed conservatively, another bleeding was detected incidentally 2 weeks later. CONCLUSION Percutaneous biopsy of unclear splenic lesions which appear hypoenhancing in the late phase of CEUS with BR1 results in a high rate of relevant lesions. The results should be tested in larger numbers of patients.
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- Caritas Hospital, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Deutsche Klinik für Diagnostik, Aukammallee, Wiesbaden, Germany
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Săftoiu A, Vilmann P, Dietrich CF, Iglesias-Garcia J, Hocke M, Seicean A, Ignee A, Hassan H, Streba CT, Ioncică AM, Gheonea DI, Ciurea T. Quantitative contrast-enhanced harmonic EUS in differential diagnosis of focal pancreatic masses (with videos). Gastrointest Endosc 2015; 82:59-69. [PMID: 25792386 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2014.11.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 94] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2014] [Accepted: 11/12/2014] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND The role of EUS with contrast agents can be expanded through the use of time-intensity curve (TIC) analysis and computer-aided interpretation. OBJECTIVE To validate the use of parameters derived from TIC analysis in an artificial neural network (ANN) classification model designed to diagnose pancreatic carcinoma (PC) and chronic pancreatitis (CP). SETTING Prospective, multicenter, observational trial-endoscopy units from Romania, Denmark, Germany, and Spain. PATIENTS A total of 167 consecutive patients with PC or CP. INTERVENTIONS Contrast-enhanced harmonic EUS (CEH-EUS) and EUS-guided FNA (EUS-FNA), TIC analysis, and ANN processing. MAIN OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS Sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values (PPV, NPV) for EUS-FNA, CEH-EUS, and the ANN. RESULTS After excluding all of the recordings that did not meet the technical and procedural criteria, 112 cases of PC and 55 cases of CP were included. EUS-FNA was performed in 129 patients, and the diagnosis was confirmed by surgery (n = 15) or follow-up (n = 23) in the remaining cases. Its sensitivity and specificity were 84.82% and 100%, respectively, whereas the PPV and NPV were 100% and 76.63%, respectively. The sensitivity of real-time quantitative assessment of CEH-EUS was 87.5%, specificity 92.72%, PPV 96.07%, and NPV 78.46%. Peak enhancement, wash-in area under the curve, wash-in rate, and the wash-in perfusion index were significantly different between the groups. No significant differences were found between rise time, mean transit time, and time to peak. For the ANN, sensitivity was 94.64%, specificity 94.44%, PPV 97.24%, and NPV 89.47%. LIMITATIONS Only PC and CP lesions were included. CONCLUSION Parameters obtained through TIC analysis can differentiate between PC and CP cases and can be used in an automated computer-aided diagnostic system with good diagnostic results. ( CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT01315548.).
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- Adrian Săftoiu
- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania; Endoscopy Department, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Endoscopy Department, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China; Medical D 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad, Mergentheim, Germany
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- Gastroenterology Department, University Hospital Santiago de Compostela, Coruña, Spain
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- Internal Medicine II, Hospital Meiningen, Meiningen, Germany
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- Regional Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Iuliu Haţieganu" Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Medical D 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad, Mergentheim, Germany
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- Endoscopy Department, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania
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- Research Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of Craiova, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova, Romania
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Local ablative therapies have become an important part in the portfolio of treatment for patients with malignant tumors especially in the liver. Although percutaneous ethanol injection still plays a role, current guidelines favor radiofrequency ablation with a higher efficacy for complete tumor destruction. Nevertheless transplantation and surgical resection remain the gold standard due to their superiority in local control and improved survival. In this manuscript we discuss the technique in detail.
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- C F Dietrich
- Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The first Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China
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- Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The first Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China
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- Sino-German Research Center of Ultrasound in Medicine, The first Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China
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- Radiology Department, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Imaging Department, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, United Kingdom
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- II. Medizinische Klinik, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Ignee A, Cui X, Schuessler G, Dietrich CF. Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography and drainage using extravascular contrast enhanced ultrasound. Z Gastroenterol 2015; 53:385-90. [PMID: 25965985 DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1398796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography and drainage (PTCD) is a common procedure for the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant biliary diseases. Ultrasound (US) is frequently used for the guidance of PTCD. Conventional fluoroscopy is applied to evaluate the biliary system, but delivers significant X-ray dosage to the patient and the interventional team. The purpose of this study is to test the ability of extravascular contrast-enhanced ultrasound (EV-CEUS) in US-guided PTCD to reduce or replace fluoroscopy. PATIENTS AND METHODS 38 patients underwent PTCD. 2 - 4 mL doses of a SonoVue dilution were repeatedly injected to demonstrate correct needle and drainage positions in the biliary system and in the intestine during the intervention and during follow-up to screen for complications. The results were compared to those of conventional radiography. RESULTS The success rate for cholangiography was 100 % for EV-CEUS and fluoroscopy each. 27/38 patients (71 %) received a ring catheter, 5/38 patients (13 %) received a metal stent. Only external drainage was possible in 6/38 patients (16 %) in the first session. In 50 % of them (3/38, 8 %) internalization was possible in the second attempt. With EV-CEUS the level of obstruction could be correctly diagnosed in 100 % of the patients. The degree of obstruction (complete/incomplete) could be correctly diagnosed in 37/38 patients (97 %). EV-CEUS was not able to demonstrate the guide wire. In 1/38 patient a hematoma appeared which was managed conservatively. Dislodgement was diagnosed in 2/38 (5 %) patients during follow-up by injecting EV-CEUS solution into the drain. Pleural injury with fistula could be demonstrated in 1/38 (3 %) patients. CONCLUSION EV-CEUS can monitor the success of insertion of needle and catheter, demonstrate or exclude complications, and therefore significantly reduce fluoroscopy time in US-guided PTCD. Fluoroscopy is needed whenever subtle wire steering is necessary as in most cases when the intestinal position of the drain is sought. If only external drainage is necessary fluoroscopy can be omitted.
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This review summarizes ultrasound guided interventions in palliative care medicine.
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- Innere Medizin, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland GmbH, Wriezen, Germany
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- II. Medizinische Klinik, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- II. Medizinische Klinik, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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Cui XW, Ignee A, Baum U, Dietrich CF. Feasibility and usefulness of using swallow contrast-enhanced ultrasound to diagnose Zenker's diverticulum: preliminary results. Ultrasound Med Biol 2015; 41:975-981. [PMID: 25701519 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2014.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2014] [Revised: 11/18/2014] [Accepted: 12/04/2014] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Zenker's diverticulum (ZD) may be misdiagnosed on conventional ultrasound as a thyroid nodule or other lesion. A barium esophagram is usually used to confirm the diagnosis; however, this procedure exposes the patient to radiation. The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of using swallow contrast-enhanced ultrasound (swallow-CEUS) to diagnose ZD. Ten consecutive patients with ZD (7 men and 3 women, aged 67 ± 11 y) were included in the study. In 4 patients, ZD was incidentally found on head and neck ultrasound, and in 6 patients, ZD was suspected because of dysphagia. All lesions could be detected on conventional ultrasound before swallow-CEUS. Ten healthy volunteers (8 men and 2 women, aged 60 ± 12 y) were chosen as a control group. Written informed consent was obtained. With the patient in the sitting or upright position, conventional ultrasound was performed first to image the lesion, then the patient was asked to swallow ultrasound contrast agent (UCA) (2-4 drops of SonoVue diluted with about 200 mL of tap water). Transity of the contrast agent in the esophagus was imaged with CEUS. Retention of the UCA in the diverticulum was monitored for at least 3 min. All patients underwent a barium esophagram as the gold standard. Swallow-CEUS revealed that in all patients (100%), the UCA was transported from the pharynx to the esophagus while the patient swallowed. ZD appeared as a pouch-shaped structure at the posterior pharyngo-esophageal junction that retained UCA longer than 3 min. The barium esophagram confirmed the diagnosis of ZD in all patients. For the 10 volunteers, no abnormal structure (retaining UCA) was detected during or after swallowing of UCA. With the advantages of no radiation and bedside availability, swallow-CEUS may become a method of choice in confirmation of the diagnosis of ZD, especially when ZD is suspected on conventional ultrasound.
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- Xin-Wu Cui
- Sino-German Research Center on Ultrasound in Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China; Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Sino-German Research Center on Ultrasound in Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China; Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus Bad Mergentheim, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany.
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Strobel D, Bernatik T, Blank W, Will U, Reichel A, Wüstner M, Keim V, Schacherer D, Barreiros AP, Kunze G, Nürnberg D, Ignee A, Burmester E, Bunk AA, Friedrich-Rust M, Froehlich E, Schuler A, Jenssen C, Bohle W, Mauch M, Dirks K, Kaemmer J, Pachmann C, Stock J, Hocke M, Kendel A, Schmidt C, Jakobeit C, Kinkel H, Heinz W, Hübner G, Pichler M, Müller T. Incidence of bleeding in 8172 percutaneous ultrasound-guided intraabdominal diagnostic and therapeutic interventions - results of the prospective multicenter DEGUM interventional ultrasound study (PIUS study). Ultraschall Med 2015; 36:122-131. [PMID: 25876060 DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1399282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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PURPOSE To analyse the incidence of bleeding after percutaneous ultrasound guided diagnostic and therapeutic intraabdominal interventions in a prospective multicentre study (DEGUM percutaneous interventional ultrasound study). MATERIALS AND METHODS Within a time period of 2 years diagnostic and therapeutic intraabdominal interventions (with the exclusion of ascites paracentesis) performed percutaneously under continuous ultrasound (US) guidance were prospectively assessed using a pseudonymized standardized web site entry form. Number and type of intervention, operator experience, patient characteristics, medication, lab data as well as technical aspects of the procedure and bleeding complications were analysed according to the interventional radiology standards. RESULTS 8172 US-guided intraabdominal interventions (liver n = 5903; pancreas n = 501, kidney n = 434, lymph node = 272, biliary system n = 153, spleen n = 63, other abdominal organs and extra-organic targets n = 999) were analysed in 30 hospitals. The majority were diagnostic biopsies including 1780 liver parenchyma, 3400 focal liver lesions and 404 pancreatic lesions. 7525 interventions (92.1 %) were performed in hospitalized patients (mean age 62.6 years). Most operators were highly experienced in US-guided interventions (> 500 interventions prior to the study n = 5729; 70.1 %). Sedation was administered in 1131 patients (13.8 %). Needle diameter was ≥ 1 mm in 7162 punctures (87.9 %) with main focus on core needle biopsies (18 G, n = 4185). Clinically relevant bleeding complications with need of transfusion (0.4 %), surgical bleeding control (0.1 %) and radiological coiling (0.05 %) were very rare. Bleeding complications with fatal outcome occurred in four patients (0.05 %). The frequency of major bleeding complications was significantly higher in patients with an INR > 1.5 (p < 0.001) and patients taking a medication potentially interfering with platelet function or plasmatic coagulation (p < 0.0333). CONCLUSION This prospective multicentre study confirms the broad spectrum of percutaneous US-guided intraabdominal interventions. However diagnostic liver biopsies dominate with the use of core needle biopsies (18 G). Percutaneous US-guided interventions performed by experienced sonographers are associated with a low bleeding risk. Major bleeding complications are very rare. A pre-interventional INR < 1.5 and individual medication risk assessment are recommended.
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- D Strobel
- Internal Medicine 1, University Hospital Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, District Hospital Ebersberg, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 1, Municipal Hospital Steinenberg, Reutlingen, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Municipal Hospital (Waldklinikum Gera gGmbH), Gera, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Municipal Hospital (Waldklinikum Gera gGmbH), Gera, Germany
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- Central Interdisciplinary Ultrasound, Municipal Hospital Trier (Barmherzige Brüder), Trier, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Central Ultrasound Unit, University Hospital Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 1, University Hospital Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 1, University Hospital Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 1, Municipal Hospital (Schwarzwald-Baar), Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine B, Gastroenterology, District Hospital (Ruppiner Kliniken), Neuruppin, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Municipal Hospital (Caritas), Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology, Municipal Hospital (Sana Kliniken Lübeck GmbH), Lübeck, Germany
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- Surgery, University Hospital Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 1, University Hospital Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 1, Municipal Hospital (Karl-Olga-Krankenhaus), Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, District Hospital Helfenstein, Geislingen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, District Hospital (Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland GmbH), Wriezen, Germany
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- Department of Medicine and Gastroenterology, Municipal Hospital (Katharinen), Stuttgart, Germany
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- Innere Medicine, District Hospital (SRH Kliniken Sigmaringen), Sigmaringen, Germany
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- Department of Interal Medicine and Gastroenterology, District Hospital Rems-Murr, Winnenden, Germany
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- Depatment of Internal Medicine, Hospital St Hedwig, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Israeli Hospital, Hamburg, Germany
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- Gastroenterology, Hospital Vivantes Humboldt, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Medicine 2 and Gastroenterology, District Hospital Helios Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, District Hospital Gummersbach, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital Albertinen, Hamburg, Germany
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- Gastroenterology, St. Josefs Hospital (Helios), Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Municipal Hosital Düren, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital Leonberg, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, District Hospital Köthen, Germany
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- Campus Innenstadt Gastroenterology, University Hospital Munich, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 1, Municipal Hospital Steinenberg, Reutlingen, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Mathis G, Cui XW, Ignee A, Hocke M, Hirche TO. Ultrasound of the pleurae and lungs. Ultrasound Med Biol 2015; 41:351-365. [PMID: 25592455 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2014.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2014] [Revised: 09/24/2014] [Accepted: 10/01/2014] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The value of ultrasound techniques in examination of the pleurae and lungs has been underestimated over recent decades. One explanation for this is the assumption that the ventilated lungs and the bones of the rib cage constitute impermeable obstacles to ultrasound. However, a variety of pathologies of the chest wall, pleurae and lungs result in altered tissue composition, providing substantially increased access and visibility for ultrasound examination. It is a great benefit that the pleurae and lungs can be non-invasively imaged repeatedly without discomfort or radiation exposure for the patient. Ultrasound is thus particularly valuable in follow-up of disease, differential diagnosis and detection of complications. Diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in patients with pathologic pleural and pulmonary findings can tolerably be performed under real-time ultrasound guidance. In this article, an updated overview is given presenting not only the benefits and indications, but also the limitations of pleural and pulmonary ultrasound.
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- Christoph F Dietrich
- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany.
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine 2, Hospital Meiningen, Meiningen, Germany
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, German Clinic for Diagnosics, Wiesbaden, Germany
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Dietrich CF, Lembcke B, Jenssen C, Hocke M, Ignee A, Hollerweger A. Intestinal ultrasound in rare gastrointestinal diseases, update, part 1. Ultraschall Med 2014; 35:400-421. [PMID: 25317552 DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1385154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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- C F Dietrich
- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim
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- Klinik für Innere Medizin, St.-Barbara-Hospital, Gladbeck
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- Klinik für Innere Medizin, Krankenhaus Märkisch Oderland Strausberg/ Wriezen
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- Internal Medicine II, Klinikum Meiningen
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- Innere Medizin 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim
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- Radiologie, Krankenhaus Barmherzige Brüder, Salzburg
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Cui XW, Pirri C, Ignee A, De Molo C, Hirche TO, Schreiber-Dietrich DG, Dietrich CF. Measurement of shear wave velocity using acoustic radiation force impulse imaging is not hampered by previous use of ultrasound contrast agents. Z Gastroenterol 2014; 52:649-53. [PMID: 25026006 DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1366036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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PURPOSE To assess the inter-observer reproducibility of acoustic radiation force impulse imaging (ARFI) between 2 skilled physicians and to evaluate if ultrasound contrast agents (UCA) affect the measurement of shear wave velocity (SWV) using ARFI. PATIENTS AND METHODS 53 patients (29 males, 24 females, 59 ± 15 [22-84] years) who underwent contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) examination were included. ARFI was performed on liver segment V by physicians A and B before CEUS, and by physician A within 4-6 minutes and 7-10 minutes after contrast injection. In a subgroup of 31 patients (15 males, 16 females, 57 ± 18 [22-84] years), ARFI was also performed on focal liver lesions (FLL) by physician A before CEUS, and within 4-6 minutes and 7-10 minutes after contrast injection. RESULTS The SWV values obtained by physician A and B before CEUS yielded an intra-class correlation coefficient value of 0.913 (95% CI, 0.849-0.950). No significant differences were shown between the SWV values of liver segment V in all 53 patients and of FLL in the subgroup of 31 patients obtained before CEUS and that of within 4-6 minutes and 7-10 minutes after contrast injection (all P > 0.05). CONCLUSION ARFI showed excellent inter-observer reproducibility between 2 skilled physicians. UCA did not affect the measurement of SWV in both liver parenchyma and FLL, at least when performed 4 minutes after the contrast injection. ARFI may become an additional tool in the differential diagnosis of FLL.
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- X W Cui
- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Innere Medizin, Deutsche Klinik für Diagnostik, Wiesbaden, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik 2, Caritas Krankenhaus, Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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