RadioGraphics Podcast | RSNA

The newest podcast highlights our monograph series, this time Emergency Neuroradiology - vital knowledge for all. Ross Frederick and Wende Gibbs discuss neck and skull base emergencies and the etiologies associated with the emergency presentation of headache - common but so important. Acute Headache in the Emergency Setting. Guryildirim et al. RadioGraphics 2019; 39:1739–1759. Traumatic Neck and Skull Base Injuries. Go et al. RadioGraphics 2019; 39:1796–1807.

This week's podcast features a useful approach to the common and difficult case of the cystic abdominal or pelvic mass, as well as the LI-RADS diagnostic algorithm for hepatocellular carcinoma. (And a brief bonus commentary on radiology reporting!) How to Use LI-RADS to Report Liver CT and MRI Observations. Cunha et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:1352–1367 Approach to Cystic Lesions in the Abdomen and Pelvis, with RadiologicPathologic Correlation. Yacoub et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:1368–1386

In this podcast: a life-saving review of soft tissue infections, like the dreaded necrotizing fasciitis, seen by radiologists of all subspecialities. And a discussion of metabolic bone disease, primarily osteoporosis - more common, underdiagnosed, undertreated, and deadly than people think! Soft-Tissue Infections and Their Imaging Mimics: From Cellulitis to Necrotizing Fasciitis. Hayeri et al. RadioGraphics 2016; 36:1888–1910. Imaging Findings of Metabolic Bone Disease. Chang et al. RadioGraphics 2016; 36:1871–1887.

Radiotherapy is used to treat the majority of our patients. Do you know the technology and the lingo? How does proton differ from photon therapy? What is contouring, simulation, CTV? Everything you need to know about radiation oncology (and pediatric mediastinal masses!) in this week's podcast. Fundamentals of Radiation Oncology for Neurologic Imaging. Mendel et al. RadioGraphics 2020; 40:827–858 Mediastinal Masses in Children: Radiologic-Pathologic Correlation. Biko et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:1186–1207

Radiologists have an increasing role in tumor treatment and pain palliation for patients with osseous metastatic disease. Join Ross Frederick and Wende Gibbs for discussion of the latest interventional radiology interventions. Bone Metastases: State of the Art in Minimally Invasive Interventional Oncology. Tomasian and Jennings. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:1475–1492.

Degenerative changes of the spine: one of the most common indications for MRI. Wende Gibbs discusses unusual disc pathology and Ross Frederick describes common and uncommon pathology of the facet joints. Practical topics and important considerations in evaluating imaging of the lumbar spine! Episode content 0:00-1:06 -Introduction by Dr. Gibbs 1:07-10:36 -Uncommon Manifestations of Intervertebral Disk Pathologic Conditions. Diehn et al. RadioGraphics 2016; 36:801–823. 10:37-23:21 - Differential Diagnosis of Facet Joint Disorders. Anaya et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:543–558.10.1148/rg.2016150223 23:22-23:55 - Conclustion

Ross Frederick helps us figure out those pesky calvarial lesions and Wende Gibbs talks about minimizing MRI artifacts in the presence of metallic hardware. Practical subjects! 00:00-10:20 - Summary by Wende Gibbs, MD Improving MR Image Quality in Patients with Metallic Implants. Lee et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:E126–E137 10:21-25:10 - Summary by Ross Frederick, MD on Imaging Spectrum of Calvarial Abnormalities. Khodarahmi et al, RadioGraphics 2021; 41:1144–1163 23:11-25:44 - Conclusion

Wende Gibbs discusses Radiographics articles important for all radiologists. 00:00-13:48 - CT for Evaluation of Hemoptysis. Marquis et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:742–761

Wende Gibbs discusses Radiographics articles important for all radiologists: skull base fractures- the new, improved Bosniak classification of renal masses and lean management principles that increase efficiency and improve patient flow in the ER. 00:00-00:32 - Introduction by Wende Gibbs, MD 00:33-07:22 - Bosniak Classification of Cystic Renal Masses, Version 2019: A Pictorial Guide to Clinical Use. Schieda et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:814–828. 07:23-15:38 - Decreasing CT Acquisition Time in the Emergency Department through Lean Management Principles. Rachh et al . RadioGraphics 2021; 41:E81–E89. 15:39-15:56 - Conclusion

Wende Gibbs & Ross Frederick discuss Radiographics articles important for all radiologists: skull base fractures- patterns and associated complications and secondary malignancies induced by radiation therapy. 00:00-00:35 - Introduction by Wende Gibbs, MD 00:36-09:32 - Summary by Wende Gibbs, MD Second Malignancies after Radiation Therapy: Update on Pathogenesis and Cross-sectional Imaging Findings. Khanna et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:876–894. 09:33-23:17 - Summary by Ross Frederick, MD on CT of Skull Base Fractures: Classification Systems, Complications, and Management. Dreizin et al. RadioGraphics 2021; 41:762–782. 23:18-23:43 - Conclusion