Space-climatic feedback of the magnetic solar cycle through the interplanetary space.

The relationship between solar magnetic activity and solar wind parameters, with observed time-delayed mutual coupling, is an outstanding challenge in space physics. In this study, drawing inspiration from recent observations, we propose a reconciliation framework whose fundamentals stand in the Parker model for solar wind expansion. We investigate the effects on fluctuations in solar wind speed when linearly sustained by an oscillating magnetic solar dynamo described via a modified Van der Pol nonlinear oscillator mimicking the magnetic activity at different timescales.

Compressed Lateral and anteroposterior Anatomical Systematic Sequences «CLASS»: compressed MRI sequences with assessed anatomical femoral and tibial ACL's footprints, a feasibility study.

Purpose: This study's main objective is to assess the feasibility of processing the MRI information with identified ACL-footprints into 2D-images similar to a conventional anteroposterior and lateral X-Ray image of the knee. The secondary aim is to conduct specific measurements to assess the reliability and reproducibility. This study is a proof of concept of this technique.

Testing the Steady-State Fluctuation Relation in the Solar Photospheric Convection.

The turbulent thermal convection on the Sun is an example of an irreversible non-equilibrium phenomenon in a quasi-steady state characterized by a continuous entropy production rate. Here, the statistical features of a proxy of the local entropy production rate, in solar quiet regions at different timescales, are investigated and compared with the symmetry conjecture of the steady-state fluctuation theorem by Gallavotti and Cohen. Our results show that solar turbulent convection satisfies the symmetries predicted by the fluctuation relation of the Gallavotti and Cohen theorem at a local level.

Multiparametric ultrasound in the diagnosis and monitoring of ischemic colitis: description of a case of ischemic colitis of the right colon and revision of the literature.

The aim of this paper is to describe the usefulness of multiparametric US in the diagnosis and subsequent follow-up of a case of right-side ischemic colitis and to present a review of the data reported in the literature. Ischemic colitis is frequently diagnosed in the field of gastroenterology. Diagnosis is usually based on the outcome of endoscopy and histological examination, and in case of right-side ischemic colitis also on the results of contrast-enhanced CT.

Strain elastography in Crohn's disease: the role of visual observation and semiquantitative parameters.

Strain elastography is a recently developed ultrasound method that seems to contribute to the diagnosis and monitoring of inflammatory bowel diseases. This pictorial essay aims to present the feasibility of strain elastography in clinical practice by comparing visual observation and semiquantitative parameters with endoscopic or radiological images in some common cases of Crohn's disease. In our opinion, strain elastography with visual observation is easily performed in connection with B-mode ultrasound and color Doppler imaging and may provide relevant information.

Solitary fibrous tumor of the liver.

We report a new case of benign solitary fibrous tumor (SFT) of the liver. A 65-year-old man presented to our unit with upper right abdominal discomfort. On examination abdominal distension was present and palpation showed a large firm mass in the right hypochondrium and epigastrium.

Malignant haemangiopericytoma of the mesorectum.

The authors report the case of a malignant haemangiopericytoma found in an uncommon location, namely the mesorectum. Haemangiopericytomas of the mesorectum are rare mesenchymal tumours of vascular origin that usually occur in the musculature of the extremities, retroperitoneum, pelvis (uterus, ovary and urinary bladder), head, neck and lungs. Rare sites include the liver, pancreas, stomach and greater omentum.