Publications by authors named "M Puerto Lopez Del Amo"
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- Myosteatosis refers to the abnormal buildup of fat in skeletal muscle, which is associated with various health risks, including aging, chronic diseases, and lower muscle quality, but is distinct from sarcopenia.
- It negatively impacts muscle function by causing inflammation and compromising mitochondrial efficiency, which can lead to decreased strength and mobility.
- Current imaging techniques like CT, MRI, and ultrasound are used to assess myosteatosis, but there is no standardized definition or consensus on assessment methods in clinical practice.
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- Contraceptive implants like Implanon NXT/Nexplanon are popular reversible birth control methods but can pose removal challenges, especially for non-palpable implants, potentially requiring surgery.
- An ultrasound-guided removal technique was studied as a safer and less invasive alternative, allowing real-time control during the procedure.
- In a review of 29 cases, 86.67% of the implants were successfully removed using this method, with less success in cases where the implant was located deeper (subfascial).
Article Synopsis
- * An ultrasound-based classification system helps identify four types of distal gastrocnemius injuries based on lesion location and specific ultrasound signs, aiding recovery time estimates.
- * A new MRI protocol using T1-weighted and fluid-sensitive imaging is designed to evaluate these injury types, enhancing diagnostics and helping optimize recovery strategies for athletes.
Increased cortical density in popliteal lymphadenopathy as a promising radiological sign to help differentiate adverse local tissue reaction from infections in complications following a knee arthroplasty-three case reports.
Marta Porta-Vilaró Álvaro Bartolomé-Solanas Ana-Belen Larque Juan Carlos Soler-Perromat Tomas Diego Fernandez Rovira Montserrat Del Amo
Quant Imaging Med Surg
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- * Differentiating between periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) and adverse local tissue reactions (ALTR) is essential for appropriate treatment, but traditional imaging often fails to detect subtle issues that CT scans can reveal.
- * In a study of three knee prosthesis complication cases, distinct patterns of popliteal lymphadenopathy (PLN) were identified via CT, suggesting that PLN characteristics could help diagnose and differentiate between septic and aseptic complications in knee replacement patients.
Article Synopsis
- Contraceptive arm implants are long-acting birth control devices placed under the skin of the upper arm, with two main types: etonogestrel (ENG) and levonorgestrel (LNG) releasing.
- These implants are not biodegradable and must be removed after their licensed duration, either through a small incision if palpable or with imaging techniques if not.
- Ultrasound is the preferred method for locating non-palpable implants, with additional options like X-ray and MRI used for more complex cases; an algorithm is provided for approaching implant localization based on specific circumstances.