The relationship between the cross-sectional area of the cauda equina and the preoperative symptoms in central lumbar spinal stenosis.

Study Design: A cross-sectional registry and imaging cohort study.

Objectives: To study the association between typical symptoms and signs of central spinal stenosis and the minimum cross-sectional area (mCSA) of the cauda equina in patients subsequently undergoing surgery.

Summary Of Background Data: Relations between mCSA and the symptoms of spinal stenosis have not been studied before.

Comparison of color LCD and medical-grade monochrome LCD displays in diagnostic radiology.

In diagnostic radiology, medical-grade monochrome displays are usually recommended because of their higher luminance. Standard color displays can be used as a less expensive alternative, but have a lower luminance. The aim of the present study was to compare image quality for these two types of displays.

Long-term effects of reflux nephropathy on blood pressure and renal function in adults.

Aims: We investigated whether the grade of renal damage assessed by urography in adult patients with vesicoureteral reflux can be used to identify patients at risk of developing hypertension and/or deterioration of renal function. In addition, maternal and fetal outcome of pregnancy was studied.

Methods: Vesicoureteral reflux was diagnosed at a median age of 27 years (range 16-60) in 115 patients (98 women).