Search Tag: oncology imaging
2025 10 Mar
Accurate preoperative assessment of lymphovascular invasion (LVI) in rectal cancer is essential for guiding treatment strategies and improving patient outcomes. LVI is a critical factor influencing tumour progression, metastasis and prognosis. Traditional imaging methods, including standard magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), face limitations in...Read more
2025 21 Feb
Advancements in cancer treatment have significantly improved survival rates, but they have also led to an increased risk of cardiovascular complications. Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other oncological therapies can cause endothelial damage, contribute to coronary artery disease and lead to major adverse cardiac events (MACE). This creates a...Read more
2025 04 Feb
Ovarian clear cell carcinoma (CCC) is a distinct subtype of epithelial ovarian cancer with a relatively poor prognosis due to its limited response to platinum-based chemotherapy. Unlike high-grade serous carcinoma, which responds well to chemotherapy, CCC exhibits resistance, making early and accurate identification crucial for effective clinical...Read more
2025 17 Jan
Imaging plays a critical role in managing lymphoma, a diverse group of malignancies affecting the lymphatic system. It assists in the detection, staging and assessment of treatment response, enabling clinicians to make informed decisions about patient care. The European Society of Oncologic Imaging (ESOI) has developed a set of practice recommendations...Read more
2024 30 Nov
Gastric cancer represents a formidable challenge in global healthcare, being the fifth most common cancer worldwide and the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths. The disease's prognosis is heavily dependent on early diagnosis and accurate staging, yet achieving this remains complex due to the asymptomatic nature of early stages and the...Read more
2024 20 Oct
In oncology, accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning rely heavily on advanced imaging technologies. One such essential tool is fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography ([ 18 F]FDG-PET/CT). This hybrid imaging modality provides molecular-level insights often unattainable with conventional imaging techniques....Read more
2024 08 Sep
Clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) is the most prevalent type of renal cancer, accounting for approximately 70% of all renal cancer cases. This aggressive subtype poses significant challenges due to its high metastatic potential, with metastases being a key determinant of patient prognosis. Traditional diagnostic methods often fail to accurately...Read more
2024 28 Apr
Marianna Gardarsdottir has taken on the position of Director of Medical Imaging at Landspitali University Hospital. In this role, Marianna will oversee the medical imaging department and collaborate closely with the other new directors, as well as the entire team. Marianna Gardarsdottir's professional journey began in 2001 as a Radiologist...Read more