{"title":"Three-dimensional sonographic images of fetal hirsutism: prenatal characteristic features in cornelia de lange syndrome.","authors":"Yu Yamazaki, Hitoshi Isohata, Hiroyuki Goto, Yoshihiro Yoshimura, Kyoko Hattori, Takao Shimaoka, Kazuki Sekiguchi, Yoko Onishi, Daigo Ochiai","doi":"10.1007/s10396-024-01410-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-024-01410-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139984410","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yoshihiro Ohta, Akiko Goda, Aika Daimon, Eri Manabe, Kumiko Masai, Hideyuki Kishima, Takanao Mine, Masanori Asakura, Masaharu Ishihara
{"title":"Reply to comments on association between the type of pacemaker and progression of tricuspid regurgitation.","authors":"Yoshihiro Ohta, Akiko Goda, Aika Daimon, Eri Manabe, Kumiko Masai, Hideyuki Kishima, Takanao Mine, Masanori Asakura, Masaharu Ishihara","doi":"10.1007/s10396-023-01406-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-023-01406-8","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139466757","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition for comprehensive genomic profiling.","authors":"Nozomi Okuno, Kazuo Hara","doi":"10.1007/s10396-023-01403-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-023-01403-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Advances in next-generation sequencing have made comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) using tumor tissue specimens and liquid biopsy using blood samples feasible in routine clinical practice. In the context of pancreaticobiliary cancer, it is necessary to consider CGP in formulating individualized treatment strategies. Performing CGP with tumor tissue specimens requires a sufficient number of high-quality samples. EUS-guided tissue acquisition (EUS-TA) is expected to play a significant role in this regard, and endosonographers need to address this role. Here, we review the current status of EUS-TA for CGP focusing on pancreatic cancer and biliary tract cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139571929","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"VFMAP predicted hepatocellular carcinoma development in patients with chronic hepatitis C who were treated with direct-acting antiviral and achieved sustained virologic response.","authors":"Tomomitsu Matono, Toshifumi Tada, Takashi Nishimura, Tomoyuki Takashima, Nobuhiro Aizawa, Naoto Ikeda, Hideyuki Shiomi, Hirayuki Enomoto, Hiroko Iijima","doi":"10.1007/s10396-023-01398-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-023-01398-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Risk factors for the development of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remain unclear in patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV) who achieve sustained virological response (SVR) after direct-acting antiviral (DAA) therapy. This study investigated the usefulness of the VFMAP scoring system for predicting the development of HCC in these patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study included 358 patients with HCV who achieved SVR after DAA treatment. The VFMAP system defines and scores cutoff values for virtual touch quantification (VTQ), fasting plasma glucose, sex, age, and alpha-fetoprotein values. All patients were grouped according to their VFMAP scores as follows: 0 or 1 point, low-score group; 2 or 3 points, intermediate-score group; and 4 or 5 points, high-score group.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Nineteen patients developed HCC. The median follow-up duration was 3.2 (1.5-4.0) years. The respective cumulative incidence rates of HCC at 12, 24, and 36 months were as follows in different subgroups: all study patients, 3.0%, 4.8%, and 6.6%; low-score group, 0.96%, 0.96%, and 0.96%; intermediate-score group, 2.6%, 4.5%, and 6.8%; and high-score group, 10.0%, 15.3%, and 18.5%. The cumulative incidence rates of HCC in the high-score group were significantly higher than those in the low- and intermediate-score groups (p < 0.001 and < 0.05, respectively).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>VFMAP accurately predicted the development of HCC in HCV patients who achieved SVR following treatment with DAAs.</p>","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139038146","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Correction: The use of ultrasonography as an effective screening tool for chronic posterior cruciate ligament injuries.","authors":"Mitsuhiro Kimura, Junsuke Nakase, Rikuto Yoshimizu, Tomoyuki Kanayama, Yusuke Yanatori, Hiroyuki Tsuchiya","doi":"10.1007/s10396-024-01415-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-024-01415-1","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11098910/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139984409","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Comment on \"Predicting the risk stratification of gastrointestinal stromal tumors using machine learning-based ultrasound radiomics\".","authors":"Yuya Ando, Takashi Yoshioka, Kazuyuki Narimatsu","doi":"10.1007/s10396-024-01424-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-024-01424-0","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140013606","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration for pancreatic cystic lesions: a comprehensive review.","authors":"Takuji Iwashita, Shinya Uemura, Masahito Shimizu","doi":"10.1007/s10396-023-01389-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-023-01389-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Advancements in diagnostic radiology have amplified the incorporation of these techniques into routine clinical practice. Concurrently, the frequency of incidentally identifying pancreatic cystic lesions (PCLs) has surged. PCLs encompass diverse categories contingent upon their origin. Among them, branch duct-intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (BD-IPMN) and mucinous cystic neoplasms (MCN) are categorized as mucinous cystic lesions that have malignant potential. Even solid neoplasms occasionally show cystic degeneration. Therefore, precise differential PCL diagnosis is crucial to optimize clinical management strategies and detect malignant transformations. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) affords comprehensive visualization of the pancreas with high-resolution ultrasound, complemented by fine-needle aspiration (FNA) under real-time EUS guidance, which is a minimally invasive procedure for obtaining pathological samples. This synergy has established EUS and EUS-FNA as vital procedures in the management of PCLs, enabling differentiation of PCLs. Cyst fluid analysis has played a pivotal role in deciding the optimal management strategy. The efficacy of cytological analysis is limited by scant cytologic material. The \"string sign\" test evaluates fluid viscosity, and its simplicity warrants initial consideration. Amylase and tumor markers, such as CEA, have been studied, but they yield varied sensitivity and specificity. Glucose and genetic mutations (KRAS, GNAS) exhibit promise, while comprehensive genomic profiling underscores genetic insights. Through-the-needle biopsy and needle-based confocal laser endomicroscopy also show high diagnostic yield. EUS-FNA, however, entails risks like infection and needle tract seeding, emphasizing the need for proper utilization. Pancreatic cyst fluid analysis augments diagnostic accuracy and informs clinical decisions, making it a valuable adjunct to imaging.</p>","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138488952","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A case of fetal hydrops caused by generalized arterial calcification of infancy.","authors":"Eiri Shima, Kazufumi Haino, Shunya Sugai, Kazuaki Suda, Koji Nishijima, Kosuke Yoshihara","doi":"10.1007/s10396-023-01404-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-023-01404-w","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139576929","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cutting edge of endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration for solid pancreatic lesions.","authors":"Takuya Ishikawa, Kentaro Yamao, Yasuyuki Mizutani, Tadashi Iida, Hiroki Kawashima","doi":"10.1007/s10396-023-01375-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10396-023-01375-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This article provides an extensive review of the advancements and future perspectives related to endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition (EUS-TA) for the diagnosis of solid pancreatic lesions (SPLs). EUS-TA, including fine-needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) and fine-needle biopsy (EUS-FNB), has revolutionized the collection of specimens from intra-abdominal organs, including the pancreas. Improvements in the design of needles, collection methods, and specimen processing techniques have improved the diagnostic performance. This review highlights the latest findings regarding needle evolution, actuation number, sampling methods, specimen evaluation techniques, application of artificial intelligence (AI) for diagnostic purposes, and use of comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP). It acknowledges the rising use of Franseen and fork-tip needles for EUS-FNB and emphasizes that the optimal number of actuations requires further study. Methods such as the door-knocking and fanning techniques have shown promise for increasing diagnostic performance. Macroscopic on-site evaluation (MOSE) is presented as a practical rapid specimen evaluation method, and the integration of AI is identified as a potentially impactful development. The study also underscores the importance of optimal sampling for CGP, which can enhance the precision of cancer treatment. Ongoing research and technological innovations will further improve the accuracy and efficacy of EUS-TA.</p>","PeriodicalId":50130,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Medical Ultrasonics","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11098899/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"71428590","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}