Magnetic resonance/ultrasound fusion targeted biopsy of the prostate can be improved by adding systematic biopsy.

Aim: Magnetic resonance/ ultrasound fusion targeted biopsy (Tbs) is widely used for diagnosing prostate cancer (PCa). The aim of our study was to compare the cancer detection rate (CDR) and the clinically significant prostate cancer detection rate (csPCa) of the magnetic resonance/ultrasound fusion targeted biopsy with those of the standard systematic biopsy (Sbs) and of the combination of both techniques.

Material And Methods: A total of 182 patients underwent magnetic resonance/ultrasound fusion Tbs on the prostate for PCa suspicion based on multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mMRI) detection of lesions with PI-RADSv2 score ≥3.

Implementation of preventive mental health services for children of physically ill parents: experiences in seven European countries and health care systems.

Objective: Parental physical disease is a family issue, but families' minor children are seldom considered. The current study analyzed experiences with implementation of counseling for families with physically ill parents and minor children during a European multisite pilot project.

Method: Implementation protocols of seven European partner centers collaborating in a joint research project were analyzed by Mayring's qualitative content analysis.

Predictive factors for pseudocysts and peripancreatic collections in acute pancreatitis.

Background: Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a proteiform disease which may lead to various complications. Pancreatic pseudocysts and fluid collections are among the most frequent of them. The aim of our study was to find predictive factors of their occurrence.

A normal FEV1/VC ratio does not exclude airway obstruction.

Background: A decreased forced expiratory volume in 1 s/vital capacity (FEV(1)/VC) ratio is the hallmark of the definition of airway obstruction. We recently suggested that a lung function pattern, we called small airways syndrome (SAOS), has a normal FEV(1)/VC and total lung capacity (TLC) and reflects obstruction of small airways.

Objectives: To substantiate our hypothesis we measured and compared lung function tests including maximal expiratory flow rates (MEFR), sensitive indicators of airway obstruction, in SAOS subjects and in matched controls.

The contribution of non-invasive imaging modalities to the diagnosis of left ventricular pseudoaneurysm.

Background: Left ventricular pseudoaneurysm (LVPA) is a rare entity characterized by a tendency to spontaneous rupture due to its morphology, a lack of myocardial fibers and fibrous tissue delineating the cavity. An early diagnosis is essential in order to guide appropriate therapy.

Purpose: To determine the diagnostic accuracy of different imaging techniques, treatment results, and prognosis of patients (pts) with LVPA.