Evaluating Signs of Pulmonary Hypertension on Computed Tomography and Correlating With Echocardiography: A Study at a Tertiary Care Hospital.

Introduction:  Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a threatening condition, and it is far more common than previously assumed, especially after the COVID pandemic. Its outcome is not good; if detected late, and can lead to right ventricular failure, which can be fatal. Our goal was to evaluate CT signs of PH, correlate them with echocardiography, and identify the cut-off values of these signs in our population.

Relationship Between Greyscale Ultrasound Grading of Hepatic Steatosis and Attenuation Imaging.

Background Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been rising worldwide due to the rising public health threat of metabolic syndrome. Because non-alcoholic steatohepatitis can proceed to liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, early identification and monitoring are critical for management. For the examination of NAFLD, greyscale ultrasound has been frequently employed.

Factors Responsible for Non-Diagnostic Cytology on Ultrasound-Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration of Thyroid Nodules.

Introduction Fine-needle aspiration (FNA) is a well-recognized procedure for the diagnosis of thyroid nodules, with the advantage of being safe and inexpensive. Fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is mainly performed for nodules showing suspicious sonographic features that may require thyroidectomy. Even when FNAC is performed under sonographic guidance, the cytological specimen obtained may be inadequate, leading to a non-diagnostic outcome.

Comparison of Maximum Intensity Projection and Volume Rendering in Detecting Pulmonary Nodules on Multidetector Computed Tomography.

Introduction Lung cancer is the most common cancer overall, and the foremost cause of cancer-related mortality. Almost all lung cancers evolve from pulmonary nodules. As multidetector CT (MDCT) scanners are now widely available, there is an increased rate of detection of pulmonary nodules.

Ultrasound-Guided Transthoracic Mediastinal Biopsy: A Safe Technique for Tissue Diagnosis in Middle- and Low-Income Countries.

Background and objectives The high cost of video-assisted transthoracic procedures precludes their use in the diagnostics of mediastinal masses in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study aims to assess the technical success rate and diagnostic yield of ultrasound-guided transthoracic mediastinal biopsies at a tertiary care hospital. Methods This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in patients presenting with mediastinal masses referred to radiology services at Dr.

Role of CT Imaging With Three-Dimensional Maximum Intensity Projection Reconstruction in the Evaluation of Portal Vein Variants at a Tertiary Care Hospital.

Introduction: Portal vein (PV) is the principal blood vessel transporting blood from the alimentary tract and spleen to the liver. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of PV anatomical variations in our population using multidetector CT with maximum intensity projection (MIP) technique at a tertiary care hospital.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was prospectively conducted from November 2018 to June 2019 in the Department of Radiology at a tertiary care hospital in Karachi.

Diagnostic Accuracy of CT Scan in Diagnosing Paranasal Fungal Infection.

Objective: To assess the diagnostic accuracy of CTscan in detecting paranasal sinus fungal infections.

Study Design: Cross-sectional, observational study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Department of Radiology, Ziauddin University Hospital, Karachi, from April to September 2014.