Search Tag: incidental findings
2025 21 Sep
Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer mortality, yet detecting disease earlier can alter outcomes. Evidence indicates that low-dose computed tomography reduces mortality in high-risk groups, with a greater benefit reported for women. Recent European recommendations set out who should be invited, how scans should be acquired and read, and which...Read more
2025 02 Sep
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an established diagnostic tool for musculoskeletal conditions of the upper limb, particularly the hand and wrist. Its high diagnostic accuracy makes it indispensable in clinical care, yet its use can also reveal findings unrelated to the reason for referral. These incidental abnormalities, ranging from benign...Read more
2025 21 Jul
Incidental pulmonary embolism (iPE) represents a potentially life-threatening condition frequently detected in contrast-enhanced CT (CECT) scans conducted for unrelated clinical reasons. Early diagnosis is critical, especially given the disparity in mortality rates between untreated and promptly managed cases. Conventional CT pulmonary angiography...Read more
2025 21 Jul
Incidental pulmonary embolism (iPE) represents a potentially life-threatening condition frequently detected in contrast-enhanced CT (CECT) scans conducted for unrelated clinical reasons. Early diagnosis is critical, especially given the disparity in mortality rates between untreated and promptly managed cases. Conventional CT pulmonary angiography...Read more
2025 12 Jul
The widespread use of pelvic MRI in gynaecological oncology has led to an increased detection of incidental findings—abnormalities unrelated to the primary clinical indication. These findings, although often benign, may pose diagnostic challenges and have significant clinical implications. As MRI protocols for staging and evaluation in gynaecological...Read more
2025 12 Jul
The widespread use of pelvic MRI in gynaecological oncology has led to an increased detection of incidental findings—abnormalities unrelated to the primary clinical indication. These findings, although often benign, may pose diagnostic challenges and have significant clinical implications. As MRI protocols for staging and evaluation in gynaecological...Read more
2025 16 May
Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) has emerged as a vital tool for lung cancer screening, particularly for individuals with a high risk due to tobacco use. While its primary aim is to detect early-stage lung cancer and reduce mortality, LDCT also frequently reveals incidental findings unrelated to lung cancer. These findings can both enhance...Read more
2025 17 Apr
Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) for lung cancer screening (LCS) offers a significant opportunity to reduce mortality among high-risk individuals. However, alongside its primary goal, it often reveals incidental findings (IFs)—abnormalities outside the screening scope. While some IFs may uncover treatable diseases early, others risk overdiagnosis,...Read more
2025 11 Feb
The emergence of highly portable MRI (pMRI) technology marks a significant advancement in neuroimaging research. Unlike traditional MRI, which requires participants to visit medical institutions, pMRI enables field-based research, broadening access and participation. This shift allows for studies in diverse environments, reaching populations that...Read more
2024 14 Oct
Cardiac imaging modalities such as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have transformed the diagnosis and management of heart diseases. These imaging techniques offer high-resolution images, helping clinicians detect cardiovascular abnormalities non-invasively. While the primary goal of these modalities is to assess heart...Read more