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Clinical Features and Treatment Outcomes in Patients with Choroidal Metastases

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PK Yip, CCY Wong, FMY Lim, RKY Wong

Hong Kong J Radiol 2019;22:49-55

https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjr1916835

Introduction: Choroidal metastasis is the most common intraocular malignancy, which causes visual loss and hence adversely affects patient’s quality of life. External beam radiotherapy (RT) remains the treatment of choice.

Clinical Presentation, Radiological Features, and Treatment Response of Basal Ganglia Germinoma: Case Series

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JCX Chan, TW Yeung, HY Lau, CB Tan, YC Wong, JCW Siu

Hong Kong J Radiol 2019;22:39-48

https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjr1916929

Objective: To evaluate the clinical presentation, radiological features, and treatment response of basal ganglia germinoma

Influence of Susceptibility-weighted Imaging on Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging Diagnostics

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N Sanghan, V Charoonratana, S Hirunpat

Hong Kong J Radiol 2019;22:32-8

https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjr1916886

Objectives: To evaluate the influence of susceptibility-weighted imaging (SWI) on detection rates and reported results in the diagnosis of

Correlation between Maximum Standardised Uptake Values on 18F-Fluorodeoxyglucose Positron Emission Tomography and Staging in Non-small-cell Lung Carcinoma

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KS Ng, KK Wu, KS Chu, BT Kung, TK Au Yong

Hong Kong J Radiol 2019;22:26-31

https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjr1916996

18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography–computed tomography is commonly used for the staging of non-small-cell lung carcinoma. However, few studies have investigated the correlation between the

Contrast-enhanced Voiding Urosonography with Second-generation Ultrasound Contrast Agent versus Micturating Cystourethrogram for Diagnosis of Vesicoureteric Reflux

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JAWK Tang, JCH Tse, AYT Lai, BMH Lai, KYK Tang, SY Luk, DPY Lai, KY Che, WWC Wong, WK Kan

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:16-25

https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjr1916908

Objective: To review the performance of contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography (ceVUS) and micturating cystourethrogram (MCU) in diagnosing vesicoureteric reflux (VUR), and to evaluate the safety profile of ceVUS

Radiography Versus Computed Tomography in Paediatric Patients after Blunt Thoracic Trauma

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K Yalçın-Şafak, A Akça

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:262-5

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816873

Objective: To compare radiography with computed tomography (CT) in the detection of blunt thoracic injuries in

Quick-check Computed Tomography Versus Traditional Multi-slice Computed Tomography–guided Lung Biopsies: Comparison on Radiation Dose, Accuracy, Procedure Time, and Complications

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EKC Law, SSM Wong, CM Chu

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:255-61

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816899

Objective: To compare the diagnostic accuracy, complications, duration, and radiation dose of a quick-check

Coronary Artery Calcium Score Measured by Computed Tomography and Its Correlation with Carotid Intima-media Thickness and Subcutaneous Abdominal Fat Thickness

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Y Greeshma, T Lokeshkumar, K Udhayakumar, A Ramalingam, BR Nagaraj

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:249-54

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816841

Objective: To determine the correlation between coronary artery calcium score (CACS), carotid intima-media

Postoperative Radiotherapy for Resected Stage IIIA–N2 Non-small-cell Lung Cancer: a Review of Outcomes

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YT Lam, FMY Lim, M Tong, ACK Cheng

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:241-8

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816824

Objective: To review the outcomes of postoperative radiotherapy (PORT) using three-dimensional conformal

Computed Tomography Angiographic Appearance of Normal Anatomy and Spectrum of Common Variants of the Renal Vasculature

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M Vashishta, K Udhaya Kumar, A Ramalingam, BR Nagaraj

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:184-91

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816840

Introduction: Variations in the anatomy of the renal vasculature are common. Conventional angiography has long been regarded as the gold standard imaging modality for evaluation of these vessels.

Bismuth Radioprotective Gonadal Shields: Prevalence of Use and Effect on Image Quality during Paediatric Pelvic Radiography

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V Karami, M Zabihzadeh, N Shams

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:178-83

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816863

Objective: Traditional lead gonadal shields may not be effective to reduce radiation exposure, owing to poor compliance from radiographers and frequent repeated examinations due to obscured diagnostic areas.

Interactive Diagram-based Reporting of Bone Scintigraphy

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WY Ho, WH Ma

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:171-7

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816867

Objective: Rapid development of information technology has facilitated routine use of structured reporting systems in clinical settings. These reporting systems commonly employ checkboxes, radio buttons, text boxes, and pick lists for data entry.

Dynamic Contrast-enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scan in Osteosarcoma and Ewing Sarcoma

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OM Albtoush, M Al-Hussaini, S Yaser, A Mansour

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:166-70

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816858

Objective: To compare the initial enhancement patterns in patients with osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma.

Radiological Evaluation of the Efficacy of Denosumab as a Treatment for Giant-cell Tumour of Bone with Histopathological Correlation

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C Lee, ACS Lam, RCH Yau, WH Shek, YL Lam

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:158-65

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816801

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of denosumab as a treatment for giant-cell tumour of bone (GCTB) with histopathological correlation.

Can Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy before Definitive Surgery Improve Outcome in Operable Stage IVA Oral Cavity Cancers?

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KM Cheung, RKC Ngan, JCH Chow, TY Lee, KWS Li, HC Cheng, CWL Leung, HHY Yiu, S Yau, JSK Au, KH Wong

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:124-31

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816962

Introduction: To report the outcome for patients with stage IVA oral cavity (OC) cancer treated by docetaxel-cisplatin–5-fluorouracil (TPF) neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NC) and surgery.

Radiotherapy for Polymorphous Low-grade Adenocarcinoma of the Head and Neck

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D Begosh-Mayne, A Holtzman, RJ Amdur, P Dziegielewski, WM Mendenhall

Hong Kong J Radiol 2018;21:121-3

DOI: 10.12809/hkjr1816419

Objective: To review the clinical course and outcome of patients who underwent radiotherapy (RT) for polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma (PLGA) of the head and neck.