Reliability of ultrasound ovarian-adnexal reporting and data system amongst less experienced readers before and after training.

BACKGROUND: The 2018 ovarian-adnexal reporting and data system (O-RADS) guidelines are aimed at providing a system for consistent reports and risk stratification for ovarian lesions found on ultrasound. It provides key characteristics and findings for lesions, a lexicon of descriptors to communicate findings, and risk characterization and associated follow-up recommendation guidelines. However, the O-RADS guidelines have not been validated in North American institutions or amongst less experienced readers. AIM: To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy and inter-reader reliability of ultrasound O-RADS risk stratification amongst less experienced readers in a North American institution with and without pre-test training. METHODS: A single-center retrospective study was performed using 100 ovarian/adnexal lesions of varying O-RADS scores. Of these cases, 50 were allotted to a training cohort and 50 to a testing cohort via a non-randomized group selection process in order to approximately equal distribution of O-RADS categories both within and between groups. Reference standard O-RADS scores were established through consensus of three fellowship-trained body imaging radiologists. Three PGY-4 residents were independently evaluated for diagnostic accuracy and inter-reader reliability with and without pre-test O-RADS training. Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value (NPV), and area under the curve (AUC) were used to measure accuracy. Fleiss kappa and weighted quadratic (pairwise) kappa values were used to measure inter-reader reliability. Statistical significance was P < 0.05. RESULTS: Mean patient age was 40 ± 16 years with lesions ranging from 1.2 to 22.5 cm. Readers demonstrated excellent specificities (85%-100% pre-training and 91%-100% post-training) and NPVs (89%-100% pre-training and 91-100% post-training) across the O-RADS categories. Sensitivities were variable (55%-100% pre-training and 64%-100% post-training) with malignant O-RADS 4 and 5 Lesions pre-training and post-training AUC values of 0.87-0.95 and 0.94-098, respectively (P < 0.001). Nineteen of 22 (86%) misclassified cases in pre-training were related to mischaracterization of dermoid features or wall/septation morphology. Fifteen of 17 (88%) of post-training misclassified cases were related to one of these two errors. Fleiss kappa inter-reader reliability was 'good' and pairwise inter-reader reliability was 'very good' with pre-training and post-training assessment (k = 0.76 and 0.77; and k = 0.77-0.87 and 0.85-0.89, respectively). CONCLUSION: Less experienced readers in North America achieved excellent specificities and AUC values with very good pairwise inter-reader reliability. They may be subject to misclassification of potentially malignant lesions, and specific training around dermoid features and smooth vs irregular inner wall/septation morphology may improve sensitivity.

A review of 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT for renal oncocytomas: A modified diagnostic algorithm.

99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT is a promising nuclear medicine imaging investigation for benign renal lesions such as renal oncocytomas. The purpose of this article is to i) review the current literature on 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT, ii) to review to current application of 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT for indeterminate renal lesion imaging, and iii) to discuss present limitations and areas for future research. The literature has been reviewed up to April 2022 for articles relating to the application of 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT for benign renal lesions including a recently published systematic review and meta-analysis performed by the authors. One study evaluating 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT alone and five studies evaluating 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT have been performed to date. 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT demonstrates high sensitivity and specificity for detecting benign renal lesions, particularly renal oncocytomas. 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT demonstrates near-perfect specificity for benign and low-grade renal lesions. The optimal quantified threshold ratio for tumor-to-background renal parenchyma radiotracer uptake for a positive result is > 0.6. In this article, we propose a modified diagnostic algorithm for small enhancing renal masses measuring 1-4 cm in which suspected benign lesions after conventional imaging are considered for 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT-CT. In this algorithm, positive studies can be monitored with active surveillance rather than requiring invasive biopsy and/or targeted therapy.

Tips for improving consistency of thyroid nodule interpretation with ACR TI-RADS.

Thyroid nodules are very common in the general population. Most are benign and even those that are malignant are typically slow-growing and do not require treatment. Overdiagnosis and overtreatment of thyroid nodules has resulted in significant healthcare costs. ACR TI-RADS was developed to address these concerns, and reduce the number of unnecessary biopsies and follow-up intervals. ACR TI-RADS offers a point-based risk stratification system centered on five sonographic features: consistency, echogenicity, shape, margins and echogenic foci. While the system has noticeable benefits and comparable accuracy with other available risk stratification systems (ATA, EU-TIRADS and K-TIRADS), there are inherent challenges relating to suboptimal inter-reader agreement. In this article, we include 10 educational tips that may be helpful to the ultrasound practitioner for improving the consistency of nodule interpretation with ACR TI-RADS.

Effect of training on resident inter-reader agreement with American College of Radiology Thyroid Imaging Reporting and Data System.

BACKGROUND: The American College of Radiology Thyroid Imaging Reporting and Data System (ACR TI-RADS) was introduced to standardize the ultrasound characterization of thyroid nodules. Studies have shown that ACR-TIRADS reduces unnecessary biopsies and improves consistency of imaging recommendations. Despite its widespread adoption, there are few studies to date assessing the inter-reader agreement amongst radiology trainees with limited ultrasound experience. We hypothesize that in PGY-4 radiology residents with no prior exposure to ACR TI-RADS, a statistically significant improvement in inter-reader reliability can be achieved with a one hour training session. AIM: To evaluate the inter-reader agreement of radiology residents in using ACR TI-RADS before and after training. METHODS: A single center retrospective cohort study evaluating 50 thyroid nodules in 40 patients of varying TI-RADS levels was performed. Reference standard TI-RADS scores were established through a consensus panel of three fellowship-trained staff radiologists with between 1 and 14 years of clinical experience each. Three PGY-4 radiology residents (trainees) were selected as blinded readers for this study. Each trainee had between 4 to 5 mo of designated ultrasound training. No trainee had received specialized TI-RADS training prior to this study. Each of the readers independently reviewed the 50 testing cases and assigned a TI-RADS score to each case before and after TI-RADS training performed 6 wk apart. Fleiss kappa was used to measure the pooled inter-reader agreement. The relative diagnostic performance of readers, pre- and post-training, when compared against the reference standard. RESULTS: There were 33 females and 7 males with a mean age of 56.6 ± 13.6 years. The mean nodule size was 19 ± 14 mm (range from 5 to 63 mm). A statistically significant superior inter-reader agreement was found on the post-training assessment compared to the pre-training assessment for the following variables: 1. "Shape" (k of 0.09 [slight] pre-training vs 0.67 [substantial] post-training, P < 0.001), 2. "Echogenic foci" (k of 0.28 [fair] pre-training vs 0.45 [moderate] post-training, P = 0.004), 3. 'TI-RADS level' (k of 0.14 [slight] pre-training vs 0.36 [fair] post-training, P < 0.001) and 4. 'Recommendations' (k of 0.36 [fair] pre-training vs 0.50 [moderate] post-training, P = 0.02). No significant differences between the pre- and post-training assessments were found for the variables 'composition', 'echogenicity' and 'margins'. There was a general trend towards improved pooled sensitivity with TI-RADS levels 1 to 4 for the post-training assessment while the pooled specificity was relatively high (76.6%-96.8%) for all TI-RADS level. CONCLUSION: Statistically significant improvement in inter-reader agreement in the assigning TI-RADS level and recommendations after training is observed. Our study supports the use of dedicated ACR TI-RADS training in radiology residents.

Diagnostic accuracy and inter-observer reliability of the O-RADS scoring system among staff radiologists in a North American academic clinical setting.

PURPOSE: The objective of this study is to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy, interobserver variability, and common lexicon pitfalls of the ACR O-RADS scoring system among staff radiologists without prior experience to O-RADS. MATERIALS AND METHODS: After independent review of the ACR O-RADS publications and 30 training cases, three fellowship-trained, board-certified staff radiologists scored 50 pelvic ultrasound exams using the O-RADS system. The diagnostic accuracy and area under receiver operating characteristic were analyzed for each reader. Overall agreement and pair-wise agreement between readers were also analyzed. RESULTS: Excellent specificities (92 to 100%), NPVs (92 to 100%), and variable sensitivities (72 to 100%), PPVs (66 to 100%) were observed. Considering O-RADS 4 and O-RADS 5 as predictors of malignancy, individual reader AUC values range from 0.94 to 0.98 (p < 0.001). Overall inter-reader agreement for all 3 readers was "very good," k = 0.82 (0.73 to 0.90, 95% CI, p < 0.001). Pair-wise agreement between readers were also "very good," k = 0.86-0.92. 14 out of 150 lesions were misclassified, with the most common error being down-scoring of a solid lesion with irregular outer contours. CONCLUSION: Even without specific training, experienced ultrasound readers can achieve excellent diagnostic performance and high inter-reader reliability with self-directed review of guidelines and cases. The study highlights the effectiveness of ACR O-RADS as a stratification tool for radiologists and supports its continued use in practice.

Diagnostic Accuracy of MRI for the Detection of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

OBJECTIVE. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates the diagnostic accuracy of MRI for differentiating malignant (MPNSTs) from benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors (BPNSTs). MATERIALS AND METHODS. A systematic review of MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, the Cochrane Library, and the gray literature from inception to December 2019 was performed. Original articles that involved at least 10 patients and that evaluated the accuracy of MRI for detecting MPNSTs were included. Two reviewers independently extracted clinical and radiologic data from included articles to calculate sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV, and accuracy. A meta-analysis was performed using a bivariate mixed-effects regression model. Risk of bias was evaluated using QUADAS-2. RESULTS. Fifteen studies involving 798 lesions (252 MPNSTs and 546 BPNSTs) were included in the analysis. Pooled and weighted sensitivity, specificity, and AUC values for MRI in detecting MPNSTs were 68% (95% CI, 52-80%), 93% (95% CI, 85-97%), and 0.89 (95% CI, 0.86-0.92) when using feature combination and 88% (95% CI, 74-95%), 94% (95% CI, 89-96%), and 0.97 (95% CI, 0.95-0.98) using diffusion restriction with or without feature combination. Subgroup analysis, such as patients with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) versus those without NF1, could not be performed because of insufficient data. Risk of bias was predominantly high or unclear for patient selection, mixed for index test, low for reference standard, and unclear for flow and timing. CONCLUSION. Combining features such as diffusion restriction optimizes the diagnostic accuracy of MRI for detecting MPNSTs. However, limitations in the literature, including variability and risk of bias, necessitate additional methodologically rigorous studies to allow subgroup analysis and further evaluate the combination of clinical and MRI features for MPNST diagnosis.

The Online Cross-Country Tour: Evaluation of a Novel Online Series for Canadian Radiology Residency Programs and Future Implications for the Radiology CaRMS Process.

PURPOSE: The COVID-19 pandemic indefinitely cancelled visiting medical student radiology electives across Canada. In response, the Canadian Association of Radiologists Resident & Fellow Section (CAR RFS) and Medical Student Network (MSN) developed and evaluated an online series for medical students to learn about Canadian radiology residency programs. METHODS: Medical students from any year of training were recruited through the MSN, local radiology interest groups, and social media to attend a 2-week online series of interactive sessions via Zoom with program representatives from Canadian radiology residency programs. A survey evaluating the online series, in particular its impact on residency and career planning, was administered to program representatives and students. RESULTS: Fifteen of Canada's 16 radiology residency programs participated in the online series. A total of 212 students attended at least one session and nearly half were participating in the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS) this year. The postsurvey revealed that 77% of students agreed that the online series helped prepare them for CaRMS and ranking programs. The online series also benefited pre-CaRMS students as significantly more students were considering radiology as a specialty on the postsurvey compared to the presurvey. Students and program representatives agreed that this series should be held in future years, regardless of whether health and travel restrictions are lifted. CONCLUSION: The CAR RFS and MSN hosted an online series for medical students to learn about radiology residency programs outside their home institution. Feedback was highly positive with important implications for the future CaRMS iterations for any specialty.

Accuracy of liver and spleen stiffness on magnetic resonance elastography for detecting portal hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

INTRODUCTION: The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of liver and spleen stiffness on magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) for detecting clinically significant portal hypertension. METHODS: A systematic review of MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, the Cochrane Library, and the Grey Literature through to 15 August 2019 was performed. Original articles with >10 patients evaluating liver and/or spleen stiffness on MRE using a reference standard of portal hypertension defined as intractable ascites, esophageal varices, encephalopathy and/or death were included in analysis. Patient, clinical, MRI, and diagnostic performance was independently acquired by two reviewers. Meta-analysis was performed using a bivariate mixed-effects regression model. RESULTS: Fourteen studies were included with 12 studies evaluating liver stiffness and eight studies evaluating spleen stiffness. The pooled and weighted sensitivity, specificity, and area under the curve (AUC) values for liver stiffness on MRE were 83% [95% confidence interval (CI) 72-90%], 80% (95% CI 70-88%), and 88% (95% CI 85-91%), respectively. The pooled and weighted sensitivity, specificity, and AUC values for spleen stiffness on MRE were 79% (95% CI 61-90%), 90% (95% CI 80-95%), and 92% (95% CI 89-94%), respectively. The liver and spleen stiffness sensitivity and specificity values were comparable when evaluating for esophageal varices only at of 80% (95% CI 66-89%) and 76% (95% CI 62-86%) for liver stiffness, and 75% (95% CI 52-90%) and 89% (95% CI 70-96%) for spleen stiffness. DISCUSSION: Liver and spleen stiffness on MRE can serve as a supplemental noninvasive assessment tools for detecting clinically significant portal hypertension. Spleen stiffness may be more specific and accurate than liver stiffness for detecting portal hypertension.

Diagnostic accuracy of dual-energy CT for the detection of bone marrow edema in the appendicular skeleton: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

OBJECTIVES: This meta-analysis evaluated the diagnostic accuracy of dual-energy CT (DECT) for detecting bone marrow edema (BME) in the appendicular skeleton. METHODS: A systematic review of MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, the Cochrane Library, and gray literature from inception through January 31, 2020, was performed. Original articles with > 10 patients evaluating the accuracy of DECT for detecting BME in the appendicular skeleton with a reference standard of MRI and/or clinical follow-up were included. Study details were independently extracted by two reviewers. Meta-analysis was performed using a bivariate random-effects model with multivariable meta-regression. Risk of bias (RoB) was evaluated with QUADAS-2. RESULTS: Twenty studies evaluating 790 patients for BME in the appendicular skeleton were included in analysis. The summary sensitivity, specificity, and AUC values for BME in the appendicular skeleton were 86% (95% confidence interval [CI] 82-89%), 93% (95% CI 90-95%), and 0.95, respectively. Quantitative analysis had a higher sensitivity than qualitative analysis on meta-regression (p = 0.01), but no difference in specificity (p = 0.28). No other covariates contributed to variability in accuracy (etiology (trauma vs non-trauma); location (upper vs lower extremity); and RoB). Studies demonstrated generally low or unclear RoB and applicability. Eight studies included index tests with high RoB when quantitative assessments used a retrospective cut-off value. CONCLUSIONS: DECT demonstrates a higher specificity than sensitivity and AUC > 0.9. In scenarios where MRI availability is limited or contraindicated, DECT could be an alternative to MRI for detecting BME in the appendicular skeleton. However, limitations in sources of variability and RoB warrant continued study. KEY POINTS: • Twenty studies evaluating 790 patients for bone marrow edema in the appendicular skeleton with dual-energy CT were included in analysis. • The summary sensitivity, specificity, and AUC values for detecting bone marrow in the appendicular skeleton were 86% (95% confidence interval [CI] 82-89%), 93% (95% CI 90-95%), and 0.95, respectively. • In scenarios where MRI availability is limited or is contraindicated, DECT could be an alternative to MRI for detecting bone marrow edema in the appendicular skeleton.

A review of clinical and MR imaging features of renal lipid-poor angiomyolipomas.

BACKGROUND: Lipid-poor angiomyolipomas (lpAMLs) constitute up to 5% of renal angiomyolipomas and are challenging to differentiate from malignant renal lesions on imaging alone. This review aims to identify clinical and MRI features which can be utilized to improve specificity and diagnostic accuracy for detecting lpAMLs in patients being considered for active surveillance rather than intervention. FINDINGS: Young age, female sex, and small lesion size are associated with lpAMLs in studies evaluating indeterminate renal lesions. The accuracy of criteria using T2-weighted imaging, diffusion-weighted imaging, chemical shift imaging, dynamic contrast enhancement, multiparametric imaging, and radiomics are reviewed. Low T2 signal intensity is a particularly important MRI feature for lpAML. In studies with low T2 signal intensity, homogeneous early enhancement is a typical feature with an arterial-to-delay enhancement ratio > 1.5. Intratumoral hemorrhage with decrease in signal intensity on in-phase chemical shift imaging may be particularly useful for differentiating papillary renal cell carcinomas from lpAMLs in low T2 signal intensity lesions. Combining clinical and multiparametric MRI features can result in near-perfect specificity for lpAML. In select patients, clinical and MRI features can result in a high specificity and diagnostic accuracy for lpAMLs. These lesions can be considered for active surveillance rather than invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as biopsy or surgery.

Diagnostic accuracy of dual-energy CT for detecting bone marrow edema in patients with acute knee injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

PURPOSE: This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the diagnostic accuracy of dual-energy CT (DECT) for detecting bone marrow edema (BME) in adult patients with acute knee injuries. METHODS: A systematic review of MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, the Cochrane Library, and gray literature was performed from inception to January 31, 2020, using PRISMA-DTA guidelines. The review included studies assessing the diagnostic accuracy of DECT for detecting BME in at least 10 adult patients with acute knee injuries and with an MRI reference standard. Study details were independently extracted by two reviewers. Meta-analysis was performed using a bivariate mixed-effects regression model with subgroup analysis performed to evaluate for sources of variability. Risk of bias (ROB) was evaluated using the QUADAS-2 tool. RESULTS: Eight studies evaluating 267 patients between the ages of 25-54 with acute knee injuries undergoing DECT and MRI were included in analysis. Summary sensitivity, specificity, and AUROC values for BME were 84% (95% confidence interval (CI) 74-91%), 96% (95% CI 93-98%), and 0.97 (95% CI 0.95-0.98), respectively. Bone-based characterization was found to have lower specificity than region-based characterization (83% (57-95%) versus 97 (96-98%), p < 0.05), but no difference in sensitivity. No other statistical differences were identified amongst study subgroups to account for presumed variability amongst studies. Most studies were rated low risk for bias and applicability concerns. CONCLUSION: DECT is specific and accurate for detecting BME in adult patients with acute knee injuries and can be used as an alternative to MRI, particularly when MRI is contraindicated or unavailable.

Benign adrenal and suprarenal retroperitoneal schwannomas can mimic aggressive adrenal malignancies: case report and review of the literature.

The suprarenal retroperitoneum and adrenal gland is a rare site of origin for benign schwannomas which frequently present as larger and more aggressive lesions than schwannomas identified elsewhere. These tumors are often surgically excised. We present a case of an 81-year-old asymptomatic man presenting with an incidental 10 cm left suprarenal retroperitoneal mass identified on CT. The mass was indiscernible from the adrenal gland, demonstrating heterogeneous enhancement with a centrally cystic/necrotic core, and punctate calcifications. Subsequent core needle biopsy demonstrated a benign adrenal schwannoma. The lesion has been managed conservatively with imaging follow up and without complication. DISCUSSION: Our review of the literature identifies 121 reported in vivo benign adrenal and suprarenal schwannomas published to date with imaging features available for 90 cases (74%). All cases were encapsulated with the average size measuring over 6.5 cm. Fifteen percent (13/84) of reported lesions measured over 10 cm at presentation. Punctate calcification was present in 50% (26/52) of reporting cases. Nearly 50% (40/86) of cases demonstrate cystic/necrotic appearances on imaging. Despite aggressive appearances, our case demonstrates that biopsy and surveillance may represent a reasonable alternative to surgery in suboptimal surgical candidates.

Diagnostic Accuracy of Limited MRI Protocols for Detecting Radiographically Occult Hip Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

OBJECTIVE. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of limited MRI protocols for detecting radiographically occult proximal femoral fractures. MATERIALS AND METHODS. A systematic review of MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, the Cochrane Library, and the gray literature through November 15, 2019, was performed. Original articles with 10 or more patients evaluating limited MRI protocols for the diagnosis of radiographically occult proximal femoral fractures compared with multiparametric MRI with or without clinical outcome as the reference standard were included in the analysis. Patient, clinical, MRI, and performance parameters were independently acquired by two reviewers. Meta-analysis was performed using a bivariate mixed-effects regression model. RESULTS. Eleven studies with 938 patients and 247 proximal femoral fractures met inclusion criteria, and five of these studies were included in the meta-analysis. The pooled and weighted summary sensitivity and specificity and the area under the summary ROC curve for limited MRI protocols in detecting radiographically occult hip fractures were 99% (95% CI, 91-100%), 99% (95% CI, 97-100%), and 1 (95% CI, 0.99-1), respectively. The aggregate sensitivity and specificity values for a single-plane T1-weighted sequence only, STIR sequence only, T1-weighted and STIR sequences, and T2-weighted sequence only were as follows: 97% (89/92) and 100% (76/76), 99% (126/127) and 99% (865/873), 100% (118/118) and 99% (867/874), and 86% (51/59) and 97% (137/141), respectively. Sensitivity was 100% (58/58) when images were acquired on 3-T scanners only and 99% (284/288) when interpreted only by certified radiologists. The mean scanning time for the limited MRI protocols was less than 5 minutes. CONCLUSION. Limited MRI protocols can be used as the standard of care in patients with a suspected but radiographically occult hip fracture. A protocol composed of coronal T1-weighted and STIR sequences is 100% sensitive.

Diagnostic Performance of MRI in the Detection of Renal Lipid-Poor Angiomyolipomas: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Background Lipid-poor angiomyolipomas (AMLs) are challenging to differentiate from other renal lesions at imaging and often necessitate biopsy or surgery. If sufficiently accurate, MRI may play a role as a replacement test for biopsy. Purpose To perform a systematic review to evaluate the diagnostic performance of MRI for lipid-poor AMLs in patients with renal masses. Materials and Methods A systematic review of MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, the Cochrane Library, and the "gray literature" (conference proceedings) was performed without language restriction through July 18, 2019, with the assistance of a health sciences librarian. Original articles with more than 10 patients evaluating the diagnostic performance of MRI, with histopathologic findings used as the reference standard, for the diagnosis of lipid-poor AMLs in patients with renal masses were included. Studies including AMLs with macroscopic fat and studies with insufficient data were excluded. Patient, clinical, MRI, and diagnostic performance parameters were independently acquired by two authors. Meta-analysis was performed by using a random-effects or bivariate mixed-effects regression model depending on the number of studies. Risk of bias of individual studies was evaluated by using Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2. Results Twenty-three studies with 2196 patients and 25 contingency tables were included. The pooled sensitivity, specificity, and area under the receiver operating characteristic curve were 83% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 72%, 90%), 90% (95% CI: 84%, 94%), and 0.93 (95% CI: 0.91, 0.95), respectively. Considerable variability was present for several variables, including MRI parameters; however, subgroup analysis did not identify MRI sequence or field strength as sources for variability. All studies were at high risk of bias for index test domain because no reported thresholds were prespecified. Conclusion MRI shows promising accuracy for detecting lipid-poor angiomyolipomas (area under the receiver operating characteristic curve, >0.9), indicating a potential role as a replacement test for biopsy in selected patients. Studies evaluating MRI accuracy with a pragmatic algorithm and prespecified threshold may be helpful to confirm this potential role in the management pathway. © RSNA, 2020 Online supplemental material is available for this article.

Radiographic Features of a Benign Mixed Brenner Tumor and Mucinous Cystadenoma: A Rarely Identified Ovarian Neoplasm on Imaging.

Imaging features of benign mixed Brenner tumor and mucinous cystadenomas are rarely reported. This report aims to describe the case of a benign mixed Brenner tumor and mucinous cystadenoma with a dominant Brenner tumor component and to review the typical imaging features of this ovarian neoplasm.

Ultrasound for Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Obstruction Remains Theoretical.

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