Publications by authors named "Giacomo Vignati"
Objective: To investigate the association between sarcopenia, as appraised with CT-derived muscle metrics, and cardiovascular status, as assessed via coronary CT angiography (CCTA) using the Coronary Artery Disease-Reporting and Data System (CAD-RADS) and with pericoronary adipose tissue (pCAT) metrics.
Methods: A retrospective observational study conducted on patients who underwent CCTA. The cross-sectional area (CSA) and attenuation values of the paravertebral muscles at the T8 level and the pectoralis major muscles at the T6 level were measured.
The application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) facilitates medical activities by automating routine tasks for healthcare professionals. AI augments but does not replace human decision-making, thus complicating the process of addressing legal responsibility. This study investigates the legal challenges associated with the medical use of AI in radiology, analyzing relevant case law and literature, with a specific focus on professional liability attribution.
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- Patients with total hip arthroplasty (THA) may experience recurrent pain due to various issues related to the joint and surrounding tissues, such as tendons and nerves.
- Ultrasound (US) plays a crucial role in diagnosing these conditions, allowing for quick identification of problems and evaluation of pain relief through localized anesthetic injections.
- US guidance can also assist in procedures like fluid aspiration from the joint and injections of treatments such as corticosteroids and platelet-rich plasma for therapeutic benefits.