scholarly journals A case of primary cardiac sarcoma with an acute presentation: The role of multimodality imaging

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Luca Restivo ◽  
Antonio De Luca ◽  
Bruno Pinamonti ◽  
Giulia Grilli ◽  
Rossana Bussani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
Acute Presentation ◽  
Primary Cardiac Sarcoma

scholarly journals An uncommon case of primary cardiac sarcoma with an acute presentation: the role of multimodality imaging.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luca Restivo ◽  
Antonio De Luca ◽  
Bruno Pinamonti ◽  
Giulia Grilli ◽  
Alessandro Bologna ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
Acute Presentation ◽  
Uncommon Case ◽  
Primary Cardiac Sarcoma

scholarly journals Through thick and thin: Diagnosis of transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis through non-invasive multimodality imaging

2021 ◽  
pp. 201010582110061
Author(s):  
Raja Ezman Raja Shariff ◽  
Hafisyatul Aiza Zainal Abidin ◽  
Sazzli Kasim
Keyword(s):  
Cardiac Amyloidosis ◽  
Troponin T ◽  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
High Sensitivity ◽  
Dark Blood ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Doppler Study ◽  
Alternative Means ◽  
High Sensitivity Troponin T

Cardiac amyloidosis is a severely underdiagnosed cause of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. We report a case of highly probable transthyretin (ATTR) cardiac amyloidosis (ATTR-CA) diagnosed through the assistance of non-invasive multimodality imaging. An 81-year-old man presented with worsening dyspnoea, reduced effort tolerance and limb swelling. Examination and bedside investigations demonstrated congestive cardiac failure. On arrival, N-terminal-pro B-type natriuretic peptide was 2400 ng/L, and high-sensitivity troponin T was 78 mmol/L. Echocardiography showed severe left and right ventricular hypertrophy, and a Doppler study revealed diastolic dysfunction. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging revealed on non-conventional dark blood sequence an abnormal inversion time for nulling myocardium suggestive of infiltrative disease, including amyloidosis. The patient was referred for nuclear-based studies involving technetium-99m pyrophosphate which demonstrated changes highly diagnostic of ATTR-CA. Early diagnosis of ATTR-CA remains paramount due to the increasing availability of disease-modifying therapies. Current guidelines recognise the role of multimodality imaging in confidently recognising the disease without the need for histological evidence in the appropriate context, providing an alternative means of diagnosis.

scholarly journals Giant sigmoid diverticulitis mimicking acute appendicitis

2011 ◽  
Vol 93 (6) ◽  
pp. e89-e90 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Anderton ◽  
B Griffiths ◽  
G Ferguson
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Iliac Fossa ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Sigmoid Diverticulitis ◽  
Acute Presentation ◽  
Rare Manifestation ◽  
Giant Sigmoid Diverticulum ◽  
Right Iliac Fossa Pain ◽  
Colonic Diverticula

Giant colonic diverticula are a rare manifestation of diverticular disease and there are fewer than 150 cases described in the literature. They may have an acute or chronic presentation or may remain asymptomatic and be found incidentally. As the majority (over 80%) of giant diverticula are located in the sigmoid colon, they usually present with left-sided symptoms but due to the variable location of the sigmoid loop, right-sided symptoms are possible. We describe the acute presentation of an inflamed giant sigmoid diverticulum with right iliac fossa pain. We discuss both the treatment options for this interesting condition and also the important role of computed tomography in the diagnosis and management of abdominal pain in elderly patients.

Role of multimodality imaging in a case of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

2021 ◽  
pp. postgradmedj-2021-139933
Author(s):  
Akash Batta ◽  
Ganesh Kasinadhuni ◽  
Manphool Singhal ◽  
Pankaj Malhotra ◽  
Rajesh Vijayvergiya
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Ejection Fraction ◽  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
Preserved Ejection Fraction

Cor triatriatum dexter with right ventricular hypoplasia: Role of multimodality imaging in decision making

2018 ◽  
Vol 35 (12) ◽  
pp. 2113-2116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sruti Rao ◽  
Patcharapong Suntharos ◽  
Hani Najm ◽  
Rukmini Komarlu
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Right Ventricular ◽  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
Cor Triatriatum ◽  
Cor Triatriatum Dexter

scholarly journals The Role of Multimodality Imaging in Left-Sided Prosthetic Valve Dysfunction

2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 12
Author(s):  
Manuela Muratori ◽  
Laura Fusini ◽  
Maria Elisabetta Mancini ◽  
Gloria Tamborini ◽  
Sarah Ghulam Ali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prosthetic Valve ◽  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Advanced Imaging ◽  
Valve Dysfunction ◽  
Clinical Presentations ◽  
Imaging Approach ◽  
Treatment Administration ◽  
Life Threatening

Prosthetic valve (PV) dysfunction (PVD) is a complication of mechanical or biological PV. Etiologic mechanisms associated with PVD include fibrotic pannus ingrowth, thrombosis, structural valve degeneration, and endocarditis resulting in different grades of obstruction and/or regurgitation. PVD can be life threatening and often challenging to diagnose due to the similarities between the clinical presentations of different causes. Nevertheless, identifying the cause of PVD is critical to treatment administration (thrombolysis, surgery, or percutaneous procedure). In this report, we review the role of multimodality imaging in the diagnosis of PVD. Specifically, this review discusses the characteristics of advanced imaging modalities underlying the importance of an integrated approach including 2D/3D transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, fluoroscopy, and computed tomography. In this scenario, it is critical to understand the strengths and weaknesses of each modality according to the suspected cause of PVD. In conclusion, for patients with suspected or known PVD, this stepwise imaging approach may lead to a simplified, more rapid, accurate and specific workflow and management.

scholarly journals Role of Imaging in Diagnosis and Management of COVID-19: A Multiorgan Multimodality Imaging Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vinithra Varadarajan ◽  
Mahsima Shabani ◽  
Bharath Ambale Venkatesh ◽  
Joao A. C. Lima
Keyword(s):  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Standard Of Care ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Imaging Modalities ◽  
Imaging Protocol ◽  
Diagnosis And Management ◽  
Radiologic Findings

In this pandemic of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a vast proportion of healthcare resources, including imaging tools, have been dedicated to the management of affected patients; yet, the frequent reports of unknown presentations and complications of disease over time have been changing the usual standard of care and resource allocation in health centers. As of now, we have witnessed multisystemic symptoms requiring the collaboration of different clinical teams in COVID-19 patients' care. Compared to previous viral pandemics, imaging modalities are now playing an essential role in the diagnosis and management of patients. This widespread utility of imaging modalities calls for a deeper understanding of potential radiologic findings in this disease and identifying the most compatible imaging protocol with safety precautions. Although initially used for respiratory tract evaluation, imaging modalities have also been used for cardiovascular, neurologic, and gastrointestinal evaluation of patients with COVID-19. In this narrative review article, we provide multimodality and multisystemic review of imaging techniques and features that can aid in the diagnosis and management of COVID-19 patients.

scholarly journals Complementary Role of Multimodality Imaging in the Evaluation of Intracardiac Lymphoma in an HIV-Infected Man

Circulation ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 115 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kian Keong Poh ◽  
Ricardo C. Cury ◽  
Jorge Solis ◽  
Alan J. Fischman ◽  
Malissa J. Wood
Keyword(s):  
Multimodality Imaging ◽  
Complementary Role
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