New Scanographic Index for the Detection of Frailty in Patients with Cirrhosis with a Prognostic Impact.

Background: Frailty is linked to an increased incidence of hepatic decompensation and mortality in cirrhosis. The aim of our study was to identify a novel scanographic score that predicts frailty and its impact in cirrhosis.

Methods: This study included 51 patients with cirrhosis.

Pseudoaneurysms: Different ultrasound patterns, aetiologies and locations.

Pseudoaneurysms are frequent vascular anomalies. This review article aims to describe the unique specific aspect of pseudoaneurysm (PSA) that allows to make the diagnosis using different modalities: colour Doppler ultrasound, computed tomographic angiography, magnetic resonance angiography and conventional angiography. It is essential to know the various aetiologies of PSA: iatrogenic, traumatic, dissecting and anastomotic; different locations and the possible complications, information to help clinicians choose the best treatment.

High-Intensity Transient Signals Detected in a Renal Allograft.

High-intensity transient signals (HITS) are signals recorded by the Doppler ultrasounds, reflecting either the passage of microemboli, both solid or gaseous in the vessels, or artifacts. Their identification during Duplex US highlights the need for further evaluation to rule out a potential embolic source. A 49-year-old female was referred to our hospital for renal transplantation.

Calcification of the ascending aorta, left heart valves and coronaries: associated diseases and a new classification.

The topography of vascular and valvular calcification could help accurately predict cardiovascular post-operative complications. The data on these calcifications remains scarce. Identify the topographic distribution of the ascending aortic, left heart valves and coronary calcifications.