Revisiting the Hepatorenal Index in the Quantification of Hepatic Steatosis: How it is done and the utility.

Methods: Twenty-three peer-reviewed articles on HRI measurements published between 2018 through 2023 were reviewed, and 11 were selected based on common subjects. The search terms included "hepatorenal index," "HRI," "HRI ultrasound," "hepatorenal ultrasound index," and "HRI ultrasound measurement."Three common subject areas were identified in the literature and synthesized down to 11 articles.

Effects of Gadolinium Depositions in Vivo.

Purpose: To explain the kinetics of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs), where they leave deposits, and whether they ever leave the body.

Methods: A literature search was conducted using databases such as Academic Search Premier, EBSCO Host, PubMed, Radiological Society of North America, and Google Scholar. Studies pertaining to various GBCAs, their depositions, and their adverse effects were reported.

Outcome measures in facial prosthesis research: A systematic review.

Statement Of Problem: Facial prosthesis research uses a wide variety of outcome measures, which results in challenges when comparing the effectiveness of interventions among studies. Consensus is lacking regarding the most appropriate and meaningful outcome measures to use in facial prosthesis research to capture important perspectives.

Purpose: The purpose of the systematic review was to identify and synthesize outcome measures used in facial prosthesis research.

Assessing Transgender-Related Content in Radiography Programs in the United States: A Survey of Educators.

Introduction: Imaging science technologists care for diverse populations of individuals and need to be adequately prepared to provide optimal patient care that reduces any potential disparities among these individuals. In particular, exposure to transgender individuals is increasing in today's society. The purpose of this research study was to examine the extent to which transgender-related content is taught in radiography programs in the United States by surveying educators to assess their knowledge of, experience with, and readiness to teach such content.

The HESI Admission Assessment and Radiography Exit Examination as Predictors for Student Success.

Purpose: To examine the relationship between the Health Education Systems, Inc. (HESI) Admission Assessment (A2) and specific established admission criteria in an entry-level radiologic sciences (RADS) program, and to determine any correlations between the program exit examination, the HESI radiography exit examination, and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) first-time registry scores for two consecutive program cohorts.

Design: A quantitative approach was used to compare students' semester grades in English (6 credit hours), anatomy and physiology (8 credit hours), and college-level mathematics (3 credit hours) to scores on comparable categories of the HESI A2.

Orofacial manifestations of systemic sclerosis.

Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a multisystem disease of unknown aetiology characterised by microangiopathy, dysregulated immune function and tissue remodelling, which commonly involves the oral cavity. Orofacial manifestations of SSc contribute greatly to overall disease burden and yet are regularly overlooked and under-treated. This may reflect a pre-occupation amongst rheumatology clinicians on potentially life-threatening internal organ involvement, but is also a consequence of insufficient engagement between rheumatologists and dental professionals.

Sublingual dermoid cysts: case report and review of the literature.

Background: Dermoid cysts in the floor of the mouth are relatively uncommon developmental lesions. They are thought to arise in the midline and along the lines of embryonic fusion of the facial processes containing ectodermal tissue.

Case Report: A 17-year-old female presented with a 3-month history of a growing, progressive swelling in the mouth floor.

Smart device use and burnout among health science educators.

Purpose: This study examines the perceived level of stress and burnout among health science educators related to smart device use.

Methods: An interdisciplinary health science research team was created to perform a literature review and design a survey and assessment instrument to investigate the level of stress and burnout among health science educators as a result of excessive connectivity to the workplace through smart device use. A total of 977 assessments were completed through distribution by program directors in athletic training, nursing, radiologic sciences, and respiratory care.

Advanced computed tomography technology and patient dose: a literature review.

Cumulative patient radiation dose is a hot topic making headlines today. Responsible for almost two thirds of the medical radiation dose given to patients, computed tomography (CT) has been the major target of these news articles. Through this review of peer reviewed publications, an examination of the relationship between the advancement of technology in CT equipment and the increasing patient dose areexplored.

U.S. Technologists' radiation exposure perceptions and practices.

Background: Despite early recognition of the potential hazards of ionizing radiation and research documenting these hazards over the past 115 years, problems persist regarding the safety of medical procedures that use ionizing radiation for imaging.

Objective: This investigation sought to evaluate current attitudes and radiation protection practices among radiologic technologists following recent reports of the dramatic increase in radiation dose in the United States.

Method: A survey was sent to a stratified random sample of 2000 radiologic technologists in the U.

Patient Simulation as an Active Learning Tool in Medical Education.

Active learning techniques encourage students to participate in acquiring skills and knowledge. One technique that encourages active learning is patient simulation. Patient simulation tools can range from simple part-task trainers to complex high-fidelity simulators.

Radiation Exposure Dose Trends and Radiation Dose Reduction Strategies in Medical Imaging.

Since the discovery of x-rays, many investigations of radiation effects on humans have taken place. From the discovery of severe x-ray dermatitis near the end of 1896, the multiple radiation burns endured by Thomas Edison's assistant, Clarence Dally, to the establishment of early radiation regulation in 1929, radiation exposure has been a continuing concern. Studies from the 1940s to the 1960s looked at effects such as leukemia and other cancers that appeared to be caused by exposure to radiation; outcomes of these studies resulted in increased regulation, establishment of dose tolerances and the development of the National Council on Radiation Protection (NCRP).

Stressors That Negatively Affect the Health of Radiology Professionals.

Stress is one of the leading causes of mental and physical health problems in our society. This subject is nothing new to radiology professionals because of the constant exposure to various stressors. These stressors include staffing shortages, physical injuries, hospital violence, and diverse types of fatigue.

Meeting the challenge of chronic illness in general practice.

Seven of every 10 general practice encounters are for chronic conditions. Three common chronic conditions managed by GPs are depression, diabetes and asthma. Two of these are National Health Priority Areas (NHPAs), while depression is the focus of the mental health NHPA.

A guide to undertaking a literature review.

Background: The National Information Service of the General Practice Evaluation Program (GPEP) produced publications relating to research undertaken under the auspices of the program with the view to adding value to such research. Two anthologies of literature reviews from GPEP research have been produced, one in 1998 and the other in 2000. A thorough guide to undertaking and writing a literature review was part of the second anthology.

Dollars, debts and duties: lessons from funding Australian general practice.

This study investigated changes in resource allocation and activities of Australian Divisions of General Practice associated with new funding procedures which link monies to nominated outcomes. The study involved analysis of annual reports and strategic plans, and semistructured telephone interviews with key personnel from 27 divisions of general practice. The main outcome measures were: number of activities in various nominated health areas; total and median expenditure per activity in each area; and methods of resource allocation.