Original Paper
Abstract
Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the diagnostic accuracy of high resolution ultrasonography for the assessment of painful ankle joint as compared with the clinical findings. Material and Methods: A prospective study was conducted on 136 patients having history of ankle pain and referred to the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging for ultrasonography. Statistical analysis: Comparison of ultrasonography findings and clinical findings was done using McNemar Test. Results
Kunwarpal Singh,
Chuni Lal Thukral,
Kamlesh Gupta,
Avtar Singh
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 75, 316–324
Review
Juvenile spondyloarthropathies are mainly manifested by symptoms of peripheral arthritis and enthesitis. Early involvement of sacroiliac joints and spine is exceptionally rare in children; this usually happens in adulthood. Conventional radiographs visualize late inflammatory lesions. Early diagnosis is possible with the use of ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging. The first part of the article presented classifications and radiographic presentation of juvenile
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska,
Michał Znajdek,
Piotr Gietka,
Violeta Vasilevska-Nikodinovska,
Lukas Patrovic,
Vladka Salapura
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 70, 176–181
Review
The paper presents a description of essential equipment requirements for scrotal ultrasonography, including current ultrasound techniques, as well as a review of the most common scrotal pathologies. Patient preparation for the examination as well as ultrasound methodology for the assessment of scrotal and inguinal canal structures are discussed. The standard for scrotal ultrasound examination includes a precise B-mode evaluation, including testicular volumetric assessment performed using
Janusz F. Tyloch,
Andrzej Paweł Wieczorek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 67, 391–403
Original Paper
Introduction: To date, suction drainage has been routinely used after hip joint replacement. Currently, the validity of this practice is questioned in the literature. Hematoma is a risk factor of periprosthetic infection. Post-operative ultrasonography enables precise assessment of hip joint hematoma. Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate the usefulness of hip joint ultrasonography with respect to the validity of using suction drainage after primary hip arthroplasty. Material
Jerzy Białecki,
Paweł Bartosz,
Wojciech Marczyński,
Jan Zając
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 70, 149–153
research-article
498 cases reported in the National Cancer Registry(9). High-frequency ultrasonography (HFUS) is a technological advance, which is used in certain dermatological pathologies including skin cancer(10,11). The diagnostic utility of HFUS, its noninvasiveness and reproducibility make it a useful tool in cancer diagnosis, mainly in melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma, BCC), SCC, where strong correlations were found between histological and ultrasonographic values of tumor
Michał Migda,
Marian Stanisław Migda,
Bartosz Migda,
Marek Maleńczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 79, 305–310
Review
Theoretical basics of color Doppler imaging and the Doppler effect
Doppler ultrasonography is recommended for the assessment of blood flow in the retrobulbar and carotid arteries. This examination was introduced in the 1980s. It consists in the determination of the level of artery stenosis on the basis of flow acceleration. An estimated accuracy of this method in the carotid arteries is ca. 50–79% when compared to selective arteriography(1). In the retrobulbar arteries, which are vessels with
Monika Modrzejewska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 77, 128–136
Original Paper
Objective: High resolution ultrasonography is a non-painful and non-invasive imaging technique which is useful for the assessment of shoulder pain causes, as clinicalexamination often does not allow an exact diagnosis. The aim of this study was to compare the fi ndings of clinical examination and high resolution ultrasonographyin patients presenting with painful shoulder. Methods: Non-interventional observational study of 100 adult patients suffering from unilateral shoulder pain
Raphael Micheroli,
Diego Kyburz,
Adrian Ciurea,
Beat Dubs,
Martin Toniolo,
Samuel Pascal Bisig,
Giorgio Tamborrini
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 60, 29–44
Research Article
Aim of the studyHigh-resolution ultrasonography of the tibial nerve is a fast and non invasive tool for diagnosis of diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Our study was aimed at finding out the correlation of the cross sectional area and maximum thickness of nerve fascicles of the tibial nerve with the presence and severity of diabetic peripheral neuropathy.Material and methods75 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus clinically diagnosed with diabetic peripheral neuropathy were analysed, and the
Kunwarpal Singh,
Kamlesh Gupta1,
Sukhdeep Kaur
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 71, 246–252
research-article
ratio of anteroposterior-to-transverse abdominal diameter >0.80, the ratio of anteroposterior-to-transverse peritoneum parietale diameter >0.52, slit-like inferior vena cava and renal veins, thickened and strongly contrast-enhancing bowel and gastric walls.
Intra-abdominal hypertension and ultrasonography
Patel et al.(7) found reduced end-diastolic flow and even its reversal in the hepatic and renal arteries in a few sonographically assessed patients. WSACS experts proposed a four-step algorithm
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk,
Elżbieta Bernatowicz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 82, 201–204
Review
: internal and external. The internal form of snapping hip syndrome is attributed to an abrupt movement of an iliopsoas tendon against an iliopectineal eminence. Radiograph results in patients with this form of snapping tend to be normal. Dynamic ultrasound is the gold standard diagnostic technique in both forms of extra-articular snapping hip syndrome. The objective of the following text is to describe a step-by-step dynamic ultrasonography examination in internal extra-articular snapping hip syndrome
Małgorzata Piechota,
Jarosław Maczuch,
Jarosław Skupiński,
Karolina Kukawska-Sysio,
Wojciech Wawrzynek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 66, 296–303
Original Paper
Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the correlation between antenatal corticosteroids and peri-intraventricular haemorrhage (PIVH) using transfontanelle ultrasonography, as well as to evaluate the risk factors for its incidence. Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study using medical records of preterm newborns. The protocol for maternal corticoid administration for foetal lung maturation included dexamethasone 4 mg (intramuscular) 8/8 hours per 48 hours, with one
Bianca A. Almeida,
Livia T. Rios,
Edward Araujo Júnior,
Luciano M. Nardozza,
Antonio F. Moron,
Marília G. Martins
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 69, 91–95
research-article
diabetic neuropathy, suggesting that long nerves are commonly affected(6). The nerve usually consists of four named components: the medial sural cutaneous nerve, the lateral sural cutaneous nerve, the peroneal communicating branch, and the sural nerve(7). The anatomy of the sural nerve is depicted in Fig. 1.
Fig. 1.
Anatomy of the sural nerve (right)(7)
Ultrasonography (USG) is an excellent, cost-effective modality in imaging of peripheral nerves(8). A high-end sonography unit equipped with a high
Kunwar Pal Singh,
Kamlesh Gupta,
Nilanshu Kataria,
Vijinder Arora,
Nimisha Nagpal
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 81, e83–e89
research-article
resolution at the level of 0.2 mm(1). In dermatology, this technique appeared in 1979 when Alexander et al. used it to measure the skin(2). In the subsequent years and at present, ultrasound techniques have been observed to advance rapidly, and new high-frequency transducers offer highly detailed images. That is why, apart from conventional ultrasound, high-frequency ultrasonography (HFUS), with the frequency range of 20–50 MHz, can be used in the diagnosis of skin lesions, offering new quality of
Marian Stanisław Migda,
Michał Migda,
Rafał Słapa,
Robert Krzysztof Mlosek,
Bartosz Migda
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 79, 261–268
Review
In the past years, ultrasound imaging has become an integral element of the diagnostic process in rheumatic diseases. It enables the identification of a range of inflammatory changes in joint cavities, sheaths and bursae, and allows their activity to be assessed. In 2012, experts of the European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiology prepared recommendations concerning the role of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of musculoskeletal diseases. Ultrasound was considered the method of choice in
Mateusz Płaza,
Anna Nowakowska-Płaza,
Grzegorz Pracoń,
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 64, 55–64
case-report
). According to recent data, the rate of involved margins after primary surgery is up to 72%(5). High-frequency ultrasonography (HFUS) is a technological advance that has been used for over 30 years in dermatology(6-8). Although the value of HFUS as a method for differential diagnosis of skin cancer is still debatable, it gives a clear picture of the size and depth of the tumor, playing an important role in preoperative evaluation(9). Therefore, we would like to present the utility of HFUS in PDV.
Case
Michał Migda,
Marian Stanisław Migda,
Bartosz Migda,
Robert Krzysztof Mlosek,
Marek Maleńczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 79, 311–313
research-article
Cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), radionuclide imaging, and ultrasonography(1,5–8). These examinations are useful to varying degrees for assessing both the cause and site of obstruction. However, ultrasonography is the least invasive initial imaging modality for the evaluation of jaundiced patients(4–6,9,10).
In resource-poor settings, ultrasound is often the only readily available method, with many of the other modalities being too expensive or unavailable to many patients. Furthermore, abdominal ultrasound is
Olufunke O. Fadahunsi,
Bolanle O. Ibitoye,
Adewale O. Adisa,
Olusegun I. Alatise,
Victor A. Adetiloye,
Bukunmi Michael Idowu
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 81, e100–e105
Original Paper
Aim: The aim of the study was to assess patient selection for embolization of varicoceles based on ultrasonography. An additional objective of the work was to evaluate the results of endovascular treatment. Material and methods: From January 2015 till August 2017, 53 patients with varicoceles diagnosed in an ultrasound examination underwent endovascular treatment in the Department of Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology in Lublin, Poland. Each ultrasound examination was performed using
Łukasz Światłowski,
Krzysztof Pyra,
Maryla Kuczyńska,
Ewa Kuklik,
Jan Sobstyl,
Michał Sojka,
Anna Drelich-Zbroja,
Maciej Pech,
Maciej Powerski,
Tomasz Jargiełło
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 73, 90–95
research-article
Disease and Gynecological Oncology, United District Hospital, Collegium Medicum University of Nicolaus Copernicus in Toruń, Poland. Four cases of postmenopausal women referred to our clinic for biopsy were included in the analysis. In this study, we performed high-frequency ultrasonography (HFUS) using 48MHz DermaView mechanical probe scanner (Dramiński S.A., Poland) prior to surgical excision. The collected specimens of altered tissue were formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded. The paraffin-embedded
Michał Migda,
Marian Stanisław Migda,
Bartosz Migda,
Marek Maleńczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 79, 282–286
Review Article
with local aggressivity and recurrences after surgical resection, represents an interesting tumor form the clinical point of view. Ultrasonography represents an optimal tool for the monitoring of different biopsies of pathological lesions located in the chest wall. Based on our experiences and literature data, this method should be considered as a preliminary diagnosis of patients with chest wall tumors.
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk,
Elżbieta Bernatowicz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 71, 281–288
original-paper
Agnieszka Krauze,
Justyna Nowak,
Katarzyna Słoboda,
Robert Krzysztof Mlosek,
Katarzyna Dobruch-Sobczak,
Witold Woźniak,
Piotr Ciostek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 77, 105–112
Original Paper
-resolution ultrasonography may be helpful in the early diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy in diabetic patients.
Jun Chen,
Chun-Lei Wang,
Shan Wu,
Shan He,
Jun Ren
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 70, 160–166
original-paper
Introduction
Peritoneal tuberculosis is a public health problem in endemic areas(1). It constitutes the most frequent abdominal site (50 to 58% of the abdominal locations) and is the third most frequent of the extrapulmonary locations(2–4). Clinical manifestations are nonspecific, causing frequent delays and diagnostic wanderings. Ultrasonography is the most common first-line examination of ascites, which is the most common presentation of peritoneal tuberculosis. This work aims to describe
Ababacar Mbengue,
Abdou Rahmane Ndiaye,
Ndeye Isseu Amar,
Moustapha Diallo,
Aminata Diack,
Mame Diarra Ndao,
Massamba Diop,
Amath Fall,
Cheikh Tidiane Diouf,
Thierno Omar Soko,
Ibrahima Cisse Diakhate
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 77, 98–104
Review
Abstract
Background: Ultrasonography is widely utilized by emergency physicians and radiologists to diagnose various orthopaedic diseases, including fractures. We aim to derive a definitive estimate of the diagnostic accuracy of ultrasonography in clinically suspected scaphoid fractures. Methods: We undertook a systematic review and meta-analysis of included diagnostic cohort studies that discussed the use of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of occult scaphoid fractures. We searched the
Mohammed Ali,
Mujtaba Ali,
Ahmed Mohamed,
Syed Mannan,
Farshid Fallahi
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 75, 325–331
Original Paper
obtained indicate that high-frequency ultrasonography is a valuable method in qualifying patients for various types of treatment of peripheral neuropathies resulting from trauma.
Berta Kowalska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 60, 15–28
research-article
).
Musculoskeletal ultrasonography (MSU) is currently able to detect early changes in tendon structure (architecture and morphology) due to its excellent spatial resolution(9). MSU-based assessment of the Achilles tendon can help in making a diagnosis or defining treatment strategy. It may also identify individuals at risk for Achilles tendinopathy and allow preventative programs to be implemented(7). The department of sports medicine of the Royal Netherlands Armed Forces is exploring all options to predict and
Marc Paantjens,
Marco Leeuw,
Pieter Helmhout,
Amanda Isaac,
Michel De Maeseneer
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 80, e6–e11
Original Paper
Introduction: The diagnostic process of bone tumors, including malignant ones, is based on conventional radiological methods, such as radiography and computed tomography, and with precise assessment of local advancement in magnetic resonance imaging. Ultrasonography is not included in the diagnostic algorithms as a tool suitable to detect this type of pathology. More and more frequent usage of musculoskeletal ultrasound in children as the first imaging method or, in some cases, as the only
Tomasz Madej,
Joanna Flak-Nurzyńska,
Ewa Dutkiewicz,
Anna Ciechomska,
Jerzy Kowalczyk,
Andrzej Paweł Wieczorek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 73, 103–111
Review
Piotr Czuczwar
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 73, 158–161
Review
precise location of parathyroid tissue during the preoperative imaging. Scintigraphy and ultrasound play a major role in the diagnostic algorithms. The effi cacy of both methods has been repeatedly verifi ed and compared. The still-current guidelines of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (2009) emphasize the complementary role of scintigraphy and ultrasonography in the preoperative diagnostics in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism. At the same time, attempts are made to improve both
Michał Nieciecki,
Marek Cacko,
Leszek Królicki
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 63, 398–409
Review
Tomasz Lorenc,
Leszek Krupniewski,
Piotr Palczewski,
Marek Gołębiowski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 67, 359–370
Review
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 61, 189–195
research-article
assessments, sensation and strength evaluations, and also by electrodiagnostic tests(2). However, such procedures are either painful or yield false negatives during the initial diagnosis or the following therapeutic period.
Ultrasonography (US) has been suggested as a non-invasive and inexpensive tool for the visualization of the entire median nerve and its surroundings(3). Past data supports the utilization of US not only in the initial diagnosis of CTS, but also in determining the efficacy of applied
Yasemin Durum Polat,
Elif Aydın,
Fikriye Sinem Ince,
Mehmet Bilgen
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 81, e90–e94
review -article
Introduction
The introduction of harmonious and spatially complex imaging with a simultaneous reduction of image speckles have contributed to significant advances in gallbladder ultrasonography. Furthermore, optimization of this technique was achieved by constructing high-resolution broadband transducers with 3D and 4D options for organ imaging. This diagnostic arsenal was further enriched with endoscopic, laparoscopic and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS), as well as elastography and
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk,
Elżbieta Bernatowicz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 80, e29–e35
research-article
presentation is non-specific, high-resolution ultrasonography is an optimum diagnostic tool for the correct diagnosis of the herniated contents(2). It provides an excellent spatial resolution, and helps in the characterization of contents(3). The morphological characters of the ovary are unusual on ultrasound, hence identification helps guide further management. In addition, transabdominal sonography can reveal the absence of an ovary on one side, as it did in our case, with displacement of the uterus
Saika Amreen,
Yawar Yaseen
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 82, 226–227
Case report
A fracture of the sesamoid bone of the hand is rarely seen. In most cases, it is strictly associated with the trauma. The patient complains of a long-lasting, due to unclear diagnosis, painful swelling of the joint with an inability to fl ex the affected fi nger. Limited blood supply makes the untreated fracture prone to avascular necrosis. Thus, it isextremely important to make a proper diagnosis early. Bilateral comparing the affected areas with ultrasonography seems to be the method of
Grzegorz Pracoń,
Marta Walentowska-Janowicz,
Paweł Nowicki,
Mateusz Płaza,
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 60, 96–101
Review
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska,
Elżbieta Grochowska,
Piotr Gietka,
Mateusz Płaza,
Grzegorz Pracoń,
Fadhil Saied,
Marta Walentowska-Janowicz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 66, 237–251
Review Article
Diagnosis and treatment of ectopic cesarean scar pregnancy has become a challenge for contemporary obstetrics. With an increase in the number of pregnancies concluded with a cesarean section and with the development of transvaginal ultrasonography, the frequency of cesarean scar pregnancy diagnoses has increased as well. The aim of the study is to evaluate various diagnostic methods (ultrasonography in particular) and analyze effective treatment methods for cesarean scar pregnancy. An
Piotr Pędraszewski,
Edyta Wlaźlak,
Wojciech Panek,
Grzegorz Surkont
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 72, 56–62
Case report
Abstract
A 53-year-old woman presented with left-sided abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting for the past 3 months with associated loss of appetite and weight. On physical examination, there was a large, ill-defined, firm mass at the epigastrium. Ultrasonography showed heterogeneously hypoechoic filling defect within the dilated main portal vein. The filling defect showed florid signals on Doppler mode and it appeared to be an extension of a larger periportal mass. Contrast enhanced abdominal
Sidney Ching Liang Ong,
Santha Kumari Batumaly,
Suryani Md Jusoh
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 75, 365–368
review-article
acute traumatic injury of the bursa; repetitive microtrauma; degenerative diseases; inflammatory conditions affecting synovia, most commonly rheumatoid arthritis and gout; various infections; synovial tumors or pseudotumors like pigmented villonodular synovitis, synovial osteochondromatosis, and many other pathologies(4).
Ultrasonography can be a valuable tool for the detection and evaluation of bursitis. Its specificity and sensitivity in the assessment of bursal pathology, especially in
Slavcho Ivanoski,
Violeta Vasilevska Nikodinovska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 78, 212–221
Original Paper
injury. In 19 patients, anterior talofi bular ligament reconstruction was conducted. Results: X-ray failed to visualize a pathology in 129 children (63%); in 24 patients (12%), avulsion fracture of the lateral malleolus was found, and in 36 cases (17%), effusion in the talocrural joint was detected. Ultrasonography failed to visualize a pathology in 19 children (9%); in 60 patients (29%), it showed avulsion fracture of the lateral malleolus involving the attachment of the
Joanna Szczepaniak,
Beata Ciszkowska-Łysoń,
Robert Śmigielski,
Urszula Zdanowicz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 62, 259–266
Review
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska,
Grzegorz Pracoń
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 65, 163–174
Research Article
correlation between splenic length and age, body height, and weight, with high correlation coefficients (r > 0.80). Splenic length showed the strongest correlation with body height.ConclusionIn children clinically suspected of organomegaly, splenic length can be used to assess organ size. The presented data can be applied to routine ultrasonography examinations.
Mete Özdikici
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 72, 5–8
Original Paper
Berta Kowalska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 61, 151–163
Review
Abstract
Pathological processes within the orbits are a heterogeneous group of diseases of various etiologies, clinical pictures and therapy models. Due to poor access to the orbits in a clinical examination, imaging plays a significant role in both diagnosis and treatment monitoring in patients with an orbital pathology. One of such imaging modalities is ultrasonography. It is relatively well-available, rapid and safe for the patient. This paper enumerates indications for an orbital ultrasound
Małgorzata Karolczak-Kulesza,
Małgorzata Rudyk,
Magdalena Niestrata-Ortiz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 75, 349–354
Review
practice is mentioned. More than a half of the publications draw attention to the possibility of using point-of-care ultrasound examinations. Advantages of ultrasonography most often mentioned by the authors include: good effects of screening, safety, short duration and low cost. The authors of eight publications also indicate disadvantages associated with ultrasound imaging used by a general practitioner.ConclusionsIn the Polish literature, there are relatively few papers on the role of
Alicja Genc,
Małgorzata Ryk,
Magdalena Suwała,
Tatiana Żurakowska,
Wojciech Kosiak
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 64, 78–86
Review
examinations together with the methods of measuring the capacity of the urinary bladder and the volume of the prostate gland. It also mentions the most frequent indications for performing the examinations as well as diagnostic algorithms applied in case of finding irregularities. The transabdominal ultrasonography is a part of the examination of the abdominal organs and it should be performed in patients complaining of dysuric symptoms. An addition to the examination, especially when the prostate gland is
Janusz F. Tyloch,
Andrzej Paweł Wieczorek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 67, 378–390
Editorial
disease management, the emergence of new biologic therapies and better utilization of conventional disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs. Prompt diagnosis and appropriate therapy have been recognized as essential for improving clinical outcomes in patients with early rheumatoid arthritis. Despite the potential of ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging to visualize all tissues typically involved in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis, the diagnosis of early disease remains difficult due to
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska,
Lennart Jans,
James Teh
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 68, 5–16
Original Paper
persistence of the fluid collection and its position relative to the transplanted kidney and its initial size. Conclusions: The correct evaluation of a fluid collection’s dynamics of development and nature requires periodic follow-up of the recipient, preferably in a single clinical center. Ultrasonography is an inexpensive, non-invasive and repeatable method for the determination of the presence of fluid collections. However, the decision whether treatment is necessary requires the sonographic image to
Maryla Kuczyńska,
Ewa Piasek,
Łukasz Światłowski,
Ewa Kuklik,
Jan Sobstyl,
Anna Drelich-Zbroja,
Tomasz Słomka,
Krzysztof Pyra,
Olga Furmaga,
Małgorzata Szczerbo-Trojanowska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 73, 126–132
Review Article
Ultrasonography, with its detailed imaging of the fetus, is very widely used in obstetrics. The primary aim of ultrasound scanning in pregnancy is to limit the risk of obstetric complications by early detection of abnormalities, such as intrauterine growth restriction and macrosomia. Currently, morphometric formulae are used for estimating fetal weight. They utilize basic biometric parameters. However, Hadlock formula, used for fetal weight estimation, has an error rate of 20%. For this reason
Aleksandra Warska,
Anna Maliszewska,
Anna Wnuk,
Beata Szyszka,
Włodzimierz Sawicki,
Krzysztof Cendrowski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 72, 50–55
Case report
Posterior interosseous nerve palsy caused by a ganglion is not common and most previous patients were treated with excisional surgery. We treated a case conservatively with needle aspiration using ultrasonography, after a nerve conduction study. A 77-year-old man presented with impaired active finger extension of the left metacarpophalangeal joints. The nerve conduction study revealed conduction block of the left radial nerve near the elbow. Ultrasonography demonstrated a hypoechoic mass
Yasuhiro Seki
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 68, 73–75
Review Article
, its configuration, the echostructure in classical ultrasonography, the vascularization in an ultrasound examination performed with power doppler and, if possible, the differences in the gland tissue firmness (consistency) in elastography. The ultrasound examination is used for performing the mapping biopsy of the prostate gland – from routine, strictly defined locations, the targeted biopsy – from locations suspected of neoplastic proliferation and the staging biopsy – from the neurovascular
Janusz F. Tyloch,
Andrzej Paweł Wieczorek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 68, 43–58
research-article
(5). However, the exact mechanism of TVT and the causes of surgical failures remain unknown. Ultrasound findings indicate two possible mechanisms during increased intra-abdominal pressure: urethral compression against the pubic symphysis(6) and urethral compression by the tape(5).
In addition to standard diagnostic methods, such as cough stress test, pad test, voiding diary or urodynamic testing, ultrasonography is also likely to play an important role in the diagnosis and assessment of patients
Piotr Pędraszewski,
Edyta Wlaźlak,
Wiktor Wlaźlak,
Magda Krzycka,
Paulina Pająk,
Grzegorz Surkont
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 78, 207–211
Review
. In the 90's, ultrasonography was extended by the option of examining the stiffness of tissue by estimating the difference in backscattering of ultrasound in compressed and non-compressed tissue. This modality is referred to as the static, compression elastography and is based on tracking the deformation of tissue subjected to the slowly varying compression through the recording of the backscattered echoes. The displacement is estimated using the methods of cross-correlation between consecutive
Andrzej Nowicki,
Katarzyna Dobruch-Sobczak
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 65, 113–124
Review
. Pancreas adiposis is best defined in Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. However, a series of works proved the usefulness in the diagnostics of that pathology of transabdominal and endoscopic ultrasonography. In that method, the degree of adiposis was based on the comparison of echogenicity of the pancreas and the liver, renal parenchyma, spleen and/or retroperitoneal adipose. Recently, the evaluation was expanded by the evaluation of the degree of pancreatic adipose with the pancreas
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 66, 273–280
Research Article
Background Background
The imaging techniques most commonly used in the diagnosis of hyperparathyroidisms are ultrasound and scintigraphy. The diagnostic algorithms vary, depending mainly on the population, and experience of physicians.
Aim Aim
Aim of the present research was to determine the usefulness of parathyroid scintigraphy and ultrasonography in patients diagnosed for hyperparathyroidism in own material.
Material and method Material and method
In the present research, 96 operated
Małgorzata Kobylecka,
Maria Teresa Płazińska,
Witold Chudziński,
Katarzyna Fronczewska-Wieniawska,
Joanna Mączewska,
Adam Bajera,
Maria Karlińska,
Leszek Królicki
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 68, 17–22
Review
injuries.ResultsSupplementing routine ultrasonography with the dynamic assessment of posterior cruciate ligament shape changes in patients with suspected anterior cruciate ligament injury reduces the risk of subjective errors and increases diagnostic accuracy. This is important especially in cases of minor anterior knee instability and bilateral anterior knee instability.ConclusionsAn assessment of changes in posterior cruciate ligament using a dynamic ultrasound examination effectively complements routine sonographic
Tomasz Poboży,
Maciej Kielar
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 66, 288–295
Review
Increased incidence of liver diseases, the development of liver surgery and other invasive methods for managing portal hypertension, plus an increasing number of liver transplant procedures pose more and more new challenges for ultrasonography. Ultrasonography,being an effective and clinically verifi ed modality, has been used for several decades for diagnosing diseases of the liver, its vessels and portal hypertension. It is used for both initial and specialist diagnosis (performed in
Robert Lechowicz,
Michał Elwertowski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 61, 208–226
case-report
of the change’s size and its relation to the neighboring structures in terms of the possibility of radical transurethral resection. Although the results of a trans-abdominal examination suggested that the tumor spread through the whole thickness of the bladder’s wall, it was only the transvaginal ultrasonography that revealed the tumor not only had invaded the bladder’s wall but also revealed the risk of it invading the vagina’s and cervix’ anterior walls. In such a situation, an attempt of
Waldemar Białek,
Piotr Kawecki,
Katarzyna Dyndor,
Lech Wronecki,
Sławomir Rudzki
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 77, 165–170
Review
Juvenile spondyloarthropathies are manifested mainly by symptoms of peripheral arthritis and enthesitis. By contrast with adults, children rarely present with sacroiliitis and spondylitis. Imaging and laboratory tests allow early diagnosis and treatment. Conventional radiographs visualize late inflammatory lesions and post-inflammatory complications. Early diagnosis is possible with the use of ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging. The first part of the article presents
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska,
Piotr Gietka,
Michał Znajdek,
Genowefa Matuszewska,
Magdalena Bogucevska,
Ljubinka Damjanovska-Krstikj,
Slavcho Ivanoski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 70, 167–175
Review Article
Michał Brzewski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 68, 41–42
Original Paper
Tomasz Jargiełło,
Jan Sobstyl,
Łukasz Światłowski,
Maryla Kuczyńska,
Ewa Kuklik,
Michał Sojka,
Anna Drelich-Zbroja,
Maciej Pech,
Maciej Powerski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 73, 85–89
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/or biliary tree, ultrasonography is the preferred imaging method in gravid women because it is fast, cheap, sensitive, and does not use ionizing radiation(9). Cholelithiasis and biliary sludge were the gallbladder pathologies seen in this study.
Age had a significant association with the occurrence of gallbladder disease (Likelihood ratio = 7.116; P = 0.03). This is similar to findings in a study by Ferguson et al. where a significant correlation was found between patients’ age and an increased
Bukunmi Michael Idowu,
Stephen Olaoluwa Onigbinde,
Isaiah Uzezi Ebie,
Michael Temidayo Adeyemi
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 79, 269–275
Review Article
Agnieszka Brodzisz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 68, 66–72
Editorial
Ultrasonography has been extensively used in obstetrics and gynecology since 1980’s.It found application in pediatric gynecology, procreation period, post-menopause, pregnancy monitoring and after delivery. Although the fi rst reports on the use of ultrasonography in assessing delivery mechanism were published in 1990’s, yet to date labor progress is evaluated by means of physical examination in most delivery units. Intrapartum sonography is not routinely performed despite the fact that
Marzena Dębska,
Piotr Kretowicz,
Romuald Dębski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 61, 125–136
Review
Michał Bachanek,
Nebil Abdalla,
Krzysztof Cendrowski,
Włodzimierz Sawicki
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 63, 410–422
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plaque should then include:
fibrous cap thickness;
size of the lipid necrotic core;
identification of plaque neovascularization;
identification of the direction of plaque remodeling;
detection of fibrous cap damage or risk of its occurrence.
Ultrasonography is the most available, the cheapest and noninvasive method of examining arteries to identify and assess the morphology and condition of atherosclerotic plaque. Within the past 20 years, two-dimensional ultrasound (2D, B-Mode) and Doppler imaging
Andrzej Fedak,
Katarzyna Ciuk,
Andrzej Urbanik
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 81, e135–e145
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steatosis used in clinical practice and research. Despite the accuracy of the MR techniques, their use is restricted due to high operational cost and considerable time consumption.
Ultrasonography (US) is often the first imaging modality used to detect hepatic steatosis. However, conventional ultrasonography can provide only qualitative or semiquantitative assessment based on liver echogenicity, vessel visibility, and beam attenuation. Overall sensitivity and specificity of ultrasonography previously
Natthaporn Tanpowpong,
Sineenart Panichyawat
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 82, 169–175
Original Paper
Grzegorz Ćwik,
Michał Solecki,
Grzegorz Grzegorz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 60, 56–71
Research Article
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 72, 9–15
Original Paper
Namik Kemal Altinbas,
Cemil Yagci
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 75, 284–289
case-report
Do Duy Anh,
Ha To Nguyen,
Simon Meagher,
Edward Araujo Júnior
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 79, 302–304
research-article
Introduction
Even though cross-sectional contrast-enhanced methods have increased in prevalence over the past 20 years, the rare case described below reaffirms that sonographic evaluation continues to play an important role in the diagnostic algorithm.
A 52-year-old male patient, with a history of obesity-related health problems, was admitted to hospital to undergo an EUS (endoscopic ultrasonography) procedure for a suspected retroperitoneal tumor.
Case report
Two weeks before the described
Wojciech Tynecki,
Andrzej Tynecki,
Agata Grobelna,
Tomasz Baranowski,
Grzegorz Siemiaszko,
Tomasz Łapiński,
Julia Wilczek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 81, e151–e153
Original Paper
Wojciech Kosiak,
Maciej Piskunowicz,
Dominik Świętoń,
Tomasz Batko,
Mariusz Kaszubowski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 63, 349–357
Original Paper
Dagmar Schreiber-Dietrich,
Margret Pohl,
Xin-Wu Cui,
Barbara Braden,
Christoph F. Dietrich,
Liliana Chiorean
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 61, 137–150
Original Paper
Szymon Cygan,
Magdalena Januszewicz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 67, 329–338
Original Paper
Neuroendocrine tumors make up an interesting pathology of a variable clinical picture, prognosis, localization, endocrine activity and degree of malignancy. Aim: The aim of this paper is to assess whether ultrasonography can be helpful in diagnosing neuroendocrine tumors in the small intestine by analyzing changes in the mesentery. Material and methods:From 1996 to 2013, we encountered 17 patients (9 women and 8 men at the mean age of 57) with a neuroendocrine tumor in the small intestine. The
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Teresa Starzyńska,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 62, 274–282
research-article
different locations in the neck area. The diagnosis was made with ultrasonography (US), and particularly with the use of color Doppler.
Tab. 1.
Demographics, medical history and symptoms of the patients
Case 1
Case 2
Gender
Female
Female
Age
49
55
Medical history
Hyperthyroidism, Hypertension
Hyperlipidemia, GERD
Symptoms
None
Submandibular swelling, pulsatile mass, mild pain
Case 1
Patient #1 was a 49-year-old female who was referred to our hospital due to thyroid hormone
Antigone Delantoni,
Apostolos Sarafopoulos,
Aspasia Polanagnostaki,
Kaan Orhan
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 82, 218–221
Case report
and renal pseudoaneurysm were diagnosed using Doppler and computed tomography scans. The patient was qualified for arteriography with simultaneous embolization of the lesion. A follow-up evaluation confirmed the exclusion of aneurysm and fistula. Treatment outcomes were monitored using Doppler ultrasound. Doppler ultrasonography is the first method of choice in detecting and monitoring renal artery irregularities. Safety, non-invasiveness and easy access to this tool make it play a key role in the
Ewa Kuklik,
Krzysztof Pyra,
Łukasz Światłowski,
Maryla Kuczyńska,
Jan Sobstyl,
Anna Drelich-Zbroja,
Tomasz Jargiełło,
Maria Tsitskari,
Małgorzata Szczerbo-Trojanowska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 73, 170–173
Case report
of computed tomography scans led to the diagnosis of duplicated collecting system of the left kidney with the enormous ureter of the upper moiety that entered the prostate gland. In order to permanently decompress the hydronephrosed upper moiety of the left kidney, the patient was deemed eligible for endoscopic treatment. A transurethral incision through the bladder wall and the adjacent segment of the ectopic ureter was made with holmium laser under transrectal ultrasonography guidance, thus
Waldemar Białek,
Ewa Mey,
Piotr Kawecki,
Roman Styliński,
Sławomir Rudzki
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 74, 255–264
case-report
Wojciech Mądry,
Maciej A. Karolczak,
Krzysztof Grabowski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 76, 71–74
Editorial
Gÿorgy Harmat
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 60, 105–107
Case report
Grzegorz Pracoń,
Mateusz Płaza,
Marta Walentowska-Janowicz,
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 62, 326–331
Research Article
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 68, 30–35
Original Paper
Bukunmi M. Idowu,
Oluwagbemiga O. Ayoola,
Victor A. Adetiloye,
Morenikeji A. Komolafe,
Babalola I. Afolabi
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 69, 106–112
research-article
in the inguinal hernia (H) and the retroperitoneal fat (F)
The greater omentum
The greater omentum is a structure morphologically similar to preperitoneal fat. It is plastic, non-vascularized in color Doppler, with a mosaic echostructure and slightly higher echogenicity compared to the retroperitoneal fat. It connects with a mass of similar appearance located under the anterior abdominal wall rather than the fat in the lumbar region (Fig. 7). Ultrasonography enables the differentiation
Andrzej Smereczyński,
Katarzyna Kołaczyk
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 78, 222–227
Editorial
Pathological lesions within the scrotum are relatively rare in imaging except for ultrasonography. The diseases presented in the paper are usually found in men at the age of 15–45, i.e. men of reproductive age, and therefore they are worth attention. Scrotal ultrasound in infertile individuals should be conducted on a routine basis owing to the fact that pathological scrotal lesions are frequently detected in this population. Malignant testicular cancers are the most
Michał Studniarek,
Katarzyna Skrobisz-Balandowska,
Elza Modzelewska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 62, 245–258
case-report
stones removed via the urethral route and a double J stent was placed. During his follow-up, bilateral testicular enlargement was noticed, and ultrasonography revealed multiple hyperechoic lesions in both testicles. He underwent right orchiectomy in another hospital. The histopathological examination revealed Sertoli cell tumors. Due to the need for further investigation and follow-up, he was referred to our institution with his tissue blocks.
We observed multiple hyperechoic, partially calcified
Osman Ocal,
Dilek Ertoy Baydar,
Ilkay Sedakat Idilman,
Hasan Serkan Dogan,
Serdat Tekgul,
Mustafa Ozmen
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 77, 161–164
Review
Recent years have witnessed a dynamic development of mammary gland imaging techniques,particularly ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging. A challengerelated to these studies is the increase in the precision of the anatomical assessment of breast, particularly for early detection of subclinical lesions, performance of ultrasound-guided biopsy procedures, and accurate preoperative location of pathological lesions so as to optimize the surgical treatment. Ultrasound imaging is a primary
Piotr Bednarski,
Katarzyna Dobruch-Sobczak,
Eryk Chrapowicki,
Wiesław Jakubowski
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 61, 164–171
Review
Joanna Wojczal,
Tomasz Tomczyk,
Piotr Luchowski,
Grzegorz Kozera,
Radosław Kaźmierski,
Zbigniew Stelmasiak
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 62, 307–317
Review
Joanna Wojczal,
Tomasz Tomczyk,
Piotr Luchowski,
Grzegorz Kozera,
Radosław Kaźmierski,
Zbigniew Stelmasiak
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 64, 44–54
Review
Joanna Wojczal,
Tomasz Tomczyk,
Piotr Luchowski,
Grzegorz Kozera,
Radosław Kaźmierski,
Zbigniew Stelmasiak
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 65, 155–162
Original Paper
in patients with active lymphoma affecting lymph nodes, which showed all four features that we analyzed using conventional ultrasonography. This elastogram was also present in reactive lymphadenopathies. Distinctive for large lymph nodes in patients with active forms of lymphoma “cheese with holes” appearance, can be considered as equal with type C image, although it is corresponding to type B sonoelastographic map.
Mateusz Łasecki,
Cyprian Olchowy,
Dąbrówka Sokołowska-Dąbek,
Anna Biel,
Radosław Chaber,
Urszula Zaleska-Dorobisz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 60, 45–55
Review Article
, scintigraphy, computed tomography and ultrasonography, are also indicated.
Aleksandra Konarzewska,
Anna Korzon-Burakowska,
Ludomira Rzepecka-Wejs,
Iwona Sudoł-Szopińska,
Edyta Szurowska,
Michał Studniarek
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 72, 42–49
Review
Abstract
The present clinical practice recommendations are addressed to physicians of all specialties, who perform Doppler ultrasound examinations of the kidneys on a daily basis, and in particular to specialists in radiology and imaging diagnostics. The recommendations were based on the Ultrasonography Standards of the Polish Ultrasound Society and current scientific reports consistent with Evidence Based Medicine. The paper discusses patient preparation protocol, examinat ion technique with
Anna Drelich-Zbroja,
Maryla Kuczyńska,
Łukasz Światłowski,
Anna Szymańska,
Michał Elwertowski,
Agnieszka Marianowska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 75, 338–343
research-article
(prevalence 25%)(9) seems to be due to insufficiency of these lateral structures(13). Combined reconstruction of the ALL and ACL should be considered depending on patient history, clinical signs, imaging, and patient profile(9,14).
Musculoskeletal ultrasonography (US) is a non-invasive, cost-effective, and valid method to visualize extraarticular structures in real time. Only a few studies investigated the visualization of the ALL with US(15–19). These studies were unable to determine how to reliably
Michel Kandel,
Erik Cattrysse,
Michel De Maeseneer,
Leon Lenchik,
Marc Paantjens,
Marco Leeuw
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 78, 181–186
Editorial
Mariusz Bonczar
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 62, –
Original Paper
Introduction: The most common hereditary kidney condition is autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. It is the cause of 5–10% of end-stage renal disease. Its symptoms are generally late-onset, typically leading to development of hypertension and chronic kidney disease. Ultrasonography is the imaging modality of choice in its diagnosis and management. The aim of this study is to determine the diagnostic value of grayscale ultrasound imaging in evaluating disease severity. Materials and
Marcin Strzelczyk,
Michał Podgórski,
Susan Afshari,
Marcin Tkaczyk,
Monika Pawlak-Bratkowska,
Piotr Grzelak
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 69, 85–90
Original Paper
Introduction: Atherosclerosis (arteriosclerosis) is a chronic arterial disease of the arteries with chronic inflammatory. The pathology of atherosclerosis is complex, and the atherosclerotic process is multi-factorial, not fully understood. Risk factors of atherosclerotic lesions may include: lipid disorders, hypertension or diabetes. One of the diagnostic methods of discovering atherosclerosis covers the assessment of the intima–media complex thickness by Doppler ultrasonography. Aim: The aim
Tomasz Słomka,
Anna Drelich-Zbroja,
Magdalena Jarząbek,
Małgorzata Szczerbo-Trojanowska
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 73, 133–139
review-article
Introduction
Congenital heart disease (CHD) occurs in one to two newborns per 100 live births and is an important cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality(1–4). Prenatal screening and diagnosis of anatomical and functional heart malformations are possible by ultrasonography and fetal echocardiography, allowing for planning of delivery and, in some cases, prenatal therapy, favoring the postnatal prognosis of CHD(5–7).
Cardiac function is routinely evaluated in fetuses with anatomical
Nathalie Jeanne Bravo-Valenzuela,
Alberto Borges Peixoto,
Milene Carvalho Carrilho,
Ana Letícia Siqueira Pontes,
Caroline Cevante Chagas,
Christiane Simioni,
Edward Araujo Júnior
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 79, 287–294
Review
images is also discussed. The present paper is the second part of an article devoted to ultrasound anatomy and wrist ultrasound technique – the part discussing the dorsal side of the wrist was published in the Journal of Ultrasonography, Vol. 15, No 61. The following anatomical structures should be visualized during an ultrasound examination of the ventral wrist, both in the carpal tunnel as well as proximally and distally to it: four flexor digitorum superficialis tendons, four flexor digitorum
Cyprian Olchowy,
Daniel Soliński,
Mateusz Łasecki,
Paweł Dąbrowski,
Szymon Urban,
Urszula Zaleska-Dorobisz
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 69, 123–128
research-article
Wee Ming Peh,
Steffi Kang Ting Chan,
Yi Lin Lee,
Pravin Shivaji Gare,
Vui Kian Ho
Journal of Ultrasonography , ISSUE 81, e154–e158