AJR Podcasts

Full article: Bosniak Classification of Cystic Renal Masses Version 2019: Proportion of Malignancy by Class and Subclass—Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Aric Berning, MD, discusses the AJR article by McGrath et al. that provides a meta-analysis of malignancy proportions for Bosniak classification version 2019, stratified by class and subclass.

Full article: CT-based Body Composition Measures and Systemic Disease: A Population-Level Analysis Using Artificial Intelligence Tools in Over 100,000 Patients Bardia Nadim, MD, discusses the article by Pooler et al., exploring associations of CT body composition measurements, derived using automated artificial intelligence tools, with common systemic diseases.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Marc Succi, MD, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, to discuss insights in healthcare innovation, from founding MESH Incubator at Mass General Brigham to exploring how leadership and education can foster innovation in radiology to meaningfully impact patient care. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.32784 

Full article: Machine Learning to Detect Cervical Spine Fractures Missed by Radiologists on CT: Analysis Using Seven Award-Winning Models from the RSNA 2022 Cervical Spine Fracture AI Challenge Shailin Thomas, MD, discusses the AJR article by Chen et al. exploring the use of award-winning machine-learning models to detect cervical spine fractures missed by radiologists.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Wellness, Sherry Wang, MBBS, and Elizabeth Dibble, MD, discuss the Family Medical Leave Act and its integral role for wellness of the individual and of the health system. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.32741 

Full article: Use of Photon-Counting Detector CT to Visualize Liver-Specific Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents: A Phantom Study Aishwariya Vegunta, MD, discusses the AJR article by Rau et al. exploring the potential of photon-counting detector CT, combined with low-keV virtual monoenergetic reconstructions, to visualized a hepatocyte-specific gadolinium-based contrast agent.

Full article: Ultrahigh-Resolution Photon-Counting Detector CTA of the Head and Neck: Image Quality Assessment and Vascular Kernel Optimization Atefeh Zeinoddini, MD, discusses the AJR article by He et al. exploring ultrahigh-resolution photon-counting detector CTA for evaluation of the head and neck, with attention to vascular kernel optimization.

Full article: Digital Mammography, Tomosynthesis, and Contrast-Enhanced Mammography: Intraindividual Comparison of Mean Glandular Dose for Screening Examinations   Charisma DeSai, MD, and Olena Weaver, MD, discuss a recently published AJR article on radiation dose associated with contrast-enhanced mammography in the context of supplemental screening modalities for dense breasts.

Delve into the intriguing world of non-mass lesions on breast ultrasound. The discussion sheds light on the diagnostic challenges these lesions present, emphasizing the need for standardized interpretation. Key findings about inter-reader agreement reveal how varied the assessments can be. Insights into imaging features linked to malignancy underscore the crucial role of accurate identification in clinical practice.

In this insightful conversation, Keith Herr, a radiologist and leading voice in the psychosocial aspects of radiology, discusses the emotional toll of medical errors on practitioners. He introduces the 'second victim' phenomenon, highlighting feelings of guilt and shame experienced by radiologists. Herr emphasizes the importance of resilience and supportive workplace cultures that encourage open discussions about errors. He also shares effective coping strategies to transform mistakes into opportunities for professional growth.