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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Subramaniyan Ramanathan, Michele Bertolotto, Simon Freeman, Jane Belfield, Lorenzo E. Derchi, Dean Y. Huang, Francesco Lotti, Karolina Markiet, Olivera Nikolic, Parvati Ramchandani, Jonathan Richenberg, Laurence Rocher, Paul S. Sidhu, Katarzyna Skrobisz, Athina Tsili, Pieter De Visschere, Irene Campo, Oliwia Kozak, Vikram Dogra
Summary: Greyscale and Colour Doppler ultrasound are main imaging modalities for scrotal trauma, with Contrast-enhanced ultrasound and elastography as advanced techniques for equivocal cases. ESUR-SPIWG provides guidance for the utilization of multiparametric ultrasound in scrotal trauma evaluation.
EUROPEAN RADIOLOGY
(2021)
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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Athina C. Tsili, Christina K. Bougia, Ourania Pappa, Maria Argyropoulou
Summary: Conventional US is the primary imaging modality for evaluating scrotal diseases by providing comprehensive assessment, being the mainstay for imaging acute scrotum, and highly accurate in detecting, localizing, and characterizing scrotal masses.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF RADIOLOGY
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Riccardo Orlandi, Emanuela Vallesi, Cristiano Boiti, Angela Polisca, Paolo Bargellini, Alessandro Troisi
Summary: This study investigated the use of ultrasonography techniques to detect and differentiate testicular tumor lesions in dogs. The results showed that different testicular tumor types in dogs have subtly different vascular patterns, which can help in identifying the specific tumor type.
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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Dal Mo Yang, Hyeon-Il Choi, Hyun Cheol Kim, Sang Won Kim, Sung Kyung Moon, Joo Won Lim
Summary: This pictorial essay describes the ultrasonographic and clinical findings of patients with small testes due to various causes, including Klinefelter syndrome, testicular torsion, mumps orchitis, inguinal hernia, cryptorchidism, varicocele, and trauma. Ultrasonography is helpful for detecting small testes and for differential diagnosis.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Katelyn Waters, Julie Gard Schnuelle, Lawerence Grady Cofield, Jessica Rush, Yatta Boakari, Jessica Cowley, Katharine Horzmann
Summary: An 18-month-old Angus bull was donated to Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine for evaluation of breeding soundness and lameness. After receiving treatment and undergoing castration, a definitive diagnosis of tubular ectasia of the rete testis was made.
REPRODUCTION IN DOMESTIC ANIMALS
(2021)
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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Seung-Hyun Lim, Dal Mo Yang, Hyun Cheol Kim, Sang Won Kim, Hyunmin Kim, Da In Lee, Sung Kyung Moon, Seung Jin Park
Summary: This study examined the relationship between the size of torsed appendages, the interval between symptom onset and ultrasonographic examination, and the echogenicity of the torsed appendages. A retrospective analysis of 54 cases in 46 patients with torsion of the testicular appendages was conducted, and follow-up ultrasonography was performed in 8 patients. The results showed that the size of torsed appendages and the interval between symptom onset and ultrasonographic examination varied according to the echogenicity of the torsed appendages.
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Environmental Sciences
Youssef M. Y. Elgazzar, Mohamed M. Ghanem, Yassein M. Abdel-Raof, Mohamed M. M. Kandiel, Mahmoud A. Y. Helal
Summary: This study showed significant changes in plasma levels of SDMA, serum urea, creatinine, phosphorus, and potassium, as well as changes in renal cortical echogenicity and RI values in dogs with induced acute kidney injury. SDMA was found to be a sensitive biomarker for diagnosis, while RI of Doppler ultrasonography was useful for early identification of acute kidney injury.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Kiwamu Hanazono, Takaharu Itami, Ikuto Hayasaka, Kenjiro Miyoshi, Ai Hori, Keiko Kato, Daiji Endoh
Summary: This study investigated the effects of epoprostenol on renal blood flow in dogs and found that the administration of human doses of epoprostenol does not cause significant changes in renal or systemic circulation.
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Sun Kyung Jeon, Jae Young Lee, Hyo-Jin Kang, Joon Koo Han
Summary: This study evaluates the additional value of superb microvascular imaging (SMI) in characterizing focal liver lesions (FLLs). The combination of B-mode ultrasound and SMI improves the characterization of FLLs, especially in diagnosing malignant tumors and hemangiomas. SMI provides higher sensitivity than CDI and PDI in detecting tumor vascularity.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF RADIOLOGY
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Rafal Ciaputa, Eleonora Brambilla, Francesco Godizzi, Stanislaw Dzimira, Kacper Zebrowski, Malgorzata Kandefer-Gola, Marcin Nowak, Valeria Grieco
Summary: This study reports two cases of testicular sarcoma in dogs. Histopathological and immunohistochemical findings confirmed the origin and phenotype of the tumors, supporting the diagnosis of leiomyosarcoma.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Stavros Spiliopoulos, Ioannis E. Giannikouris, Konstantinos Katsanos, Panagiotis Filippou, Evgenia Efthymiou, Lazaros Reppas, Panagiotis Kitrou, Konstantinos Palialexis, Dimitrios Filippiadis, Elias Brountzos
Summary: The study found that intraprocedural VF assessment can optimize AVF angioplasty, with a procedural success rate of 80% and TLR-free rates of 78.3% and 67.3% at 6 and 12 months, respectively.
EUROPEAN RADIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Deok-Gie Kim, Jun Young Lee, Jhii-Hyun Ahn, Taesic Lee, Minseob Eom, Hyun Seok Cho, Jihye Ku
Summary: Shear-wave elastography, superb microvascular imaging (SMI) and CEUS were used to predict allograft rejection in kidney transplants. Among non-invasive quantitative ultrasound measurements, CEUS parameters were found to be the most useful for diagnosing subclinical rejection. The combination of CEUS parameters, RI, and blood urea nitrogen may be helpful for the early detection of renal allograft rejection.
EUROPEAN RADIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Sun Kyung Jeon, Jae Young Lee, Joon Koo Han
Summary: This study investigated and categorized the diverse features of hepatic hemangiomas using superb microvascular imaging (SMI) in a relatively large prospective study. Most hemangiomas, especially larger or rapidly enhancing ones, showed vascularity on SMI, with the strip rim pattern being the most common SMI pattern followed by the nodular rim pattern.
Review
Rheumatology
Fiona L. Coath, Chetan Mukhtyar
Summary: The study shows that Colour Doppler ultrasonography is an effective tool for objective assessment of giant cell arteritis, with good reliability and validity in determining ultrasonographic changes. Although not well-defined in follow-up, it has potential value in diagnosis.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Krzysztof Balawender
Summary: Doppler ultrasound can be used to indirectly assess the effect of increased intrarenal pressure on renal blood flow during retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS). By analyzing the vascular flow spectra from selected blood vessels in the kidney, it is possible to determine Doppler parameters that reflect the renal perfusion status, indicating the degree of vasoconstriction and reflecting the resistance of kidney tissue.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biology
Lucy Asher, Gary C. W. England, Rebecca Sommeryille, Naomi D. Harvey
Review
Developmental Biology
Rebecca Nicole Sumner, Imogen Thea Harris, Morne Van der Mescht, Andrew Byers, Gary Crane William England, Richard Graham Lea
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Veterinary Sciences
Adelle Bowden, Gary C. W. England, Marnie Louise Brennan, Tim S. Mair, Wendy A. Furness, Sarah L. Freeman, John H. Burford
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Veterinary Sciences
A. Bowden, P. Boynova, M. L. Brennan, G. C. W. England, T. S. Mair, W. A. Furness, S. L. Freeman, J. H. Burford
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Katie L. Lightfoot, Joseph Telfair, John H. Burford, Gary C. W. England, I. Mark Bowen, Sarah L. Freeman
Review
Reproductive Biology
G. C. W. England, T. Rijsselaere, A. Campbell, R. Moxon, S. L. Freeman
Summary: In mammalian species, the female reproductive tract shows significant physiological responses to sperm deposition, facilitating sperm transport and elimination of contaminants. Sperm distribution around the uterus and attachment to the uterine epithelium are key processes in fertilization. Post-mating uterine inflammatory response and disturbance in this system can impact fertility by affecting sperm transport and eliminating introduced contaminants.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Harriet Clough, Mandy Roshier, Gary England, John Burford, Sarah Freeman
Summary: The study revealed a strong relationship between horse owners and their horses, significant obligations involved in horse ownership, and emotional impact of euthanasia decisions.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Harriet Clough, Mandy Roshier, Gary England, John Burford, Sarah Freeman
Summary: The study found that horse owners show limited advice-seeking behavior when purchasing horses, but pay more attention to animal welfare when making euthanasia decisions, with the majority of decisions being based on concerns for the well-being of the animals.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Stefano Spada, Gary C. W. England, Massimo Vignoli, Augusto Carluccio, Marco Russo
Summary: The diagnosis of prostatic neoplasia in dogs is challenging, and contrast-enhanced ultrasound may play a crucial role in early detection in neutered dogs. Performing contrast-enhanced ultrasound in neutered dogs shows promising vascular patterns of the prostate, indicating its potential as a reliable diagnostic tool.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rebecca N. Sumner, Andrew Byers, Zulin Zhang, Jorgen S. Agerholm, Lena Lindh, Gary C. W. England, Richard G. Lea
Summary: The study found regional differences in testicular chemical profiles and pathologies in dogs living in the UK, Denmark, and Finland. Dogs in Finland and Denmark had higher concentrations of PBDE and lower concentrations of DEHP and PCBs in their testes compared to UK regions. Differences in testicular pathologies were also observed, with dogs in Finland showing fewer pathologies and reduced cellular proliferation in their testes.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Marco Russo, Gary C. W. England, Giuseppe Catone, Gabriele Marino
Summary: This article discusses the application of various diagnostic imaging techniques in dogs, emphasizing the important role of imaging in the diagnosis and management of reproductive neoplasia. Factors influencing the choice of imaging modality include level of referral and pathological information required, with tumor behavior also guiding imaging selection.
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Toby Ryman-Tubb, Jennifer H. Lothion-Roy, Veronika M. Metzler, Anna E. Harris, Brian D. Robinson, Albert A. Rizvanov, Jennie N. Jeyapalan, Victoria H. James, Gary England, Catrin S. Rutland, Jenny L. Persson, Lukas Kenner, Mark A. Rubin, Nigel P. Mongan, Simone de Brot
Summary: Prostate cancer is relatively rare in dogs but is the most common non-cutaneous cancer in men. Canine prostate cancer has been proposed as a model for understanding prostate cancer in men due to the similarities in functional, anatomical, and physiological features. The necessity to better understand the mechanisms of prostate cancer initiation and progression to develop novel therapeutic approaches is urgent, particularly in the context of castrate-resistant prostate cancer in men.
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Amelia Cameron, Kristian Pollock, Eleanor Wilson, John Burford, Gary England, Sarah Freeman
Summary: This scoping review identified a lack of original research studies and equine-specific publications on veterinary decision-making models for end-of-life planning. The end-of-life decision-making process consists of three stages: making the decision, enacting the decision, and aftercare. Shared decision-making models for euthanasia in veterinary practice should include all three stages and consider species-specific issues.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Katie L. Lightfoot, Ellie Frost, John H. Burford, Gary C. W. England, Sarah L. Freeman
Summary: This study investigates the beliefs and practices of horse owners regarding emergency colic planning. The majority of owners either do not intend to adopt recommended measures or believe that their current approach is sufficient. Veterinary professionals were perceived as most influential in the decision to plan for a colic emergency.
EQUINE VETERINARY JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Rachel Moxon, Sarah L. Freeman, Richard Payne, Jasmine Godfrey-Hunt, Sandra Corr, Gary C. W. England
Summary: This study investigated the impact of neutering before or after known puberty on growth and physical development in a large number of bitches. It found that bitches neutered before puberty had greater changes in height and smaller changes in measurements of vulval length and width between six- and 17-months of age compared to those neutered after puberty. Additionally, more bitches neutered before puberty had vulvas that appeared juvenile and recessed. These results suggest that neutering before puberty may be a suitable option for large breed bitches.