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Byun J, Kim Y, Seo J, Kim E, Kim K, Jo A, Lee W, Cho HW, Seo J, Park B. Phantom study of layered sensor module for photon-counting BMD detector. Phys Eng Sci Med 2023; 46:1553-1562. [PMID: 37639108 DOI: 10.1007/s13246-023-01319-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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In this study, we perform bone mineral density (BMD) calculation by designing a layered sensor module (LSM) that divides high- and low-energy spectra from a single shot of X-rays. Gamma-ray evaluation supports this mechanism; low-energy gamma rays are absorbed in the front detector, whereas high-energy gamma rays are absorbed in the rear detector. In this phantom study, LSM divides a single shot of X-ray into two spectra with different distributions of energy, thereby affording X-ray images with different properties, such as contrast and gray scale. The region of interest (ROI) is classified by the Prewitt operator to sort the pixels for BMD calculation or Rs value. The calculated final value is 1.2051 g/cm2 with a standard deviation (SD) of 0.3690 g/cm2, as obtained from our previous study. An improved SD results from the layered structure with two channels for signal processing, the introduction of Rs value, and the use of Prewitt filter to sort reliable data. Overall, this study displays the feasibility of LSM for BMD calculation with a small error, thereby enabling the diagnosis of osteoporosis with novel mechanism.
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- Jangwon Byun
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Marine Radioactivity Monitoring Group, Korea Marine Environment Management Corporation, Busan, 48931, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Safety Science, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
- Interdisciplinary Program in Precision Public Health, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Safety Science, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Environmental Science, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Health Science Research Center, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Environmental Science, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
- Transdisciplinary Major in Learning Health System, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Physics, Korea University, Korea University, Sejong, 339-700, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Physics, Korea University, Korea University, Sejong, 339-700, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health and Safety Science, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea.
- Interdisciplinary Program in Precision Public Health, Korea University, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea.
- Advanced Crystal Material/Device Research Center, Konkuk University, Seoul, 143-701, Republic of Korea.
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Cluse F, Fenouil T, Vukusic S, Ducray F, Cotton F, Marignier R, Durand-Dubief F. Pseudocystic inflammatory demyelinating lesions in multiple sclerosis: A clinical, radiological, and pathological description. Mult Scler 2023; 29:1340-1344. [PMID: 37622206 DOI: 10.1177/13524585231193345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Pseudocystic inflammatory demyelinating lesions (PIDLs) are poorly described in MS and might represent a diagnostic challenge. OBJECTIVES We described the clinical, radiological, pathological, and follow-up characteristics of 13 PIDL in 9 MS patients. METHODS We constituted a single-center retrospective case series of PIDLs in MS, defined on MRI as expansive cyst-like lesions, with a fluid-signal content, and a diameter of 1 cm or more. RESULTS PIDL often occurred at first event (56%), were often asymptomatic (69%), and encircled by a hypo-T2 diffusion-restricted rim and a thin ring-like gadolinium enhancement (100%) on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Associated typical MS lesions were constant. Biopsies from two PIDLs displayed classical features of active MS, except for unusual edema. CONCLUSION PIDLs are clinically unremarkable and associated with a good outcome. Their easily recognizable MRI features could help avoid biopsy.
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- Florent Cluse
- Service de Neurologie, Sclérose en Plaques, Pathologies de la Myéline et Neuro-inflammation, Hôpital Pierre Wertheimer, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France
- Electroneuromyography and Neuromuscular Diseases Unit, Hôpital Pierre Wertheimer, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France
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- Institut de Pathologie Multisite-Site Est, Groupement Hospitalier Est, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France
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- Service de Neurologie, Sclérose en Plaques, Pathologies de la Myéline et Neuro-inflammation, Hôpital Pierre Wertheimer, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France
- Observatoire Français de la Sclérose en Plaques, Centre de Recherche en Neurosciences de Lyon, Lyon, France
- Université de Lyon, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France
- Eugène Devic EDMUS Foundation against Multiple Sclerosis, State-Approved Foundation, Bron, France
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- Service de Neuro-oncologie, Hôpital Pierre Wertheimer, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France
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- Service de Radiologie, Centre Hospitalier Lyon-Sud, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Pierre-Bénite, France
- Creatis-LRMN, CNRS UMR 5220, Inserm U630, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Villeurbanne, France
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- Service de Neurologie, Sclérose en Plaques, Pathologies de la Myéline et Neuro-inflammation, Hôpital Pierre Wertheimer, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France
- Université de Lyon, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France
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- Service de Neurologie, Sclérose en Plaques, Pathologies de la Myéline et Neuro-inflammation, Hôpital Pierre Wertheimer, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France
- Université de Lyon, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France
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MULTIPLE MEGACYSTIC TUMEFACTIVE DEMYELINATING LESIONS. A CASE REPORT. J Neuroradiol 2022; 49:436-439. [DOI: 10.1016/j.neurad.2022.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 04/07/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Clinical applications of diffusion-weighted sequence in brain imaging: beyond stroke. Neuroradiology 2021; 64:15-30. [PMID: 34596716 PMCID: PMC8484843 DOI: 10.1007/s00234-021-02819-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) is a well-established MRI sequence for diagnosing early stroke and provides therapeutic implications. However, DWI yields pertinent information in various other brain pathologies and helps establish a specific diagnosis and management of other central nervous system disorders. Some of these conditions can present with acute changes in neurological status and mimic stroke. This review will focus briefly on diffusion imaging techniques, followed by a more comprehensive description of the utility of DWI in common neurological entities beyond stroke.
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Jolliffe EA, Guo Y, Hardy TA, Morris PP, Flanagan EP, Lucchinetti CF, Tobin WO. Clinical and Radiologic Features, Pathology, and Treatment of Baló Concentric Sclerosis. Neurology 2021; 97:e414-e422. [PMID: 34011576 DOI: 10.1212/wnl.0000000000012230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 04/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To describe clinical, radiologic, and pathologic features of Baló concentric sclerosis (BCS) and assess overlap between BCS and other CNS inflammatory demyelinating diseases. METHODS Retrospective review of BCS cases from US and Australian tertiary care centers. RESULTS We identified 40 BCS cases with 38 available MRIs. Solitary MRI lesions were present in 26% (10/38). We saw >1 active concurrent BCS lesion in 45% (17/38). A third (13/38) had multiple sclerosis-suggestive lesions on the index MRI, of which 10 fulfilled Barkhof criteria. In patients with serial MRI performed within 1 month of the index MRI, lesions expanded radially with sequentially increased numbers of T2 hyperintense rings 52% (14/27). Initially nonenhancing or centrally enhancing lesions subsequently developed single or multiple enhancing rings (41%; 9/22) and incomplete enhancing rings (14%; 3/22). Discordance between rings as they appear on apparent diffusion coefficient, diffusion-weighted imaging, and gadolinium-enhanced imaging was observed in 67% (22/33). Aquaporin-4 immunoglobulin G (n = 26) and myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein immunoglobulin G (n = 21) were negative in all patients with serum available. Clinical response to steroid treatment was seen in 46% (13/28). A monophasic clinical course was present in 56% (18/32) at last follow-up (median 27.5 months; range 3-100 months). The initial attack was fatal in 10% (4/40). Median time from symptom onset to death was 23 days (range 19-49 days). All 17 patients with pathology available demonstrated typical findings of multiple sclerosis. Patients with active demyelinating lesions all demonstrated oligodendrocytopathy (pattern III). CONCLUSIONS BCS may be a distinct subtype of multiple sclerosis characterized by pattern III immunopathology.
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- Evan A Jolliffe
- From the Departments of Neurology (E.A.J., Y.G., E.P.F., C.F.L., W.O.T.) and Radiology (P.P.M.), Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Department of Neurology (E.A.J.), Capital and Coast District Health Board, Wellington, New Zealand; Brain & Mind Centre (T.A.H.), University of Sydney; and Department of Neurology (T.A.H.), Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- From the Departments of Neurology (E.A.J., Y.G., E.P.F., C.F.L., W.O.T.) and Radiology (P.P.M.), Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Department of Neurology (E.A.J.), Capital and Coast District Health Board, Wellington, New Zealand; Brain & Mind Centre (T.A.H.), University of Sydney; and Department of Neurology (T.A.H.), Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- From the Departments of Neurology (E.A.J., Y.G., E.P.F., C.F.L., W.O.T.) and Radiology (P.P.M.), Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Department of Neurology (E.A.J.), Capital and Coast District Health Board, Wellington, New Zealand; Brain & Mind Centre (T.A.H.), University of Sydney; and Department of Neurology (T.A.H.), Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- From the Departments of Neurology (E.A.J., Y.G., E.P.F., C.F.L., W.O.T.) and Radiology (P.P.M.), Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Department of Neurology (E.A.J.), Capital and Coast District Health Board, Wellington, New Zealand; Brain & Mind Centre (T.A.H.), University of Sydney; and Department of Neurology (T.A.H.), Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- From the Departments of Neurology (E.A.J., Y.G., E.P.F., C.F.L., W.O.T.) and Radiology (P.P.M.), Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Department of Neurology (E.A.J.), Capital and Coast District Health Board, Wellington, New Zealand; Brain & Mind Centre (T.A.H.), University of Sydney; and Department of Neurology (T.A.H.), Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- From the Departments of Neurology (E.A.J., Y.G., E.P.F., C.F.L., W.O.T.) and Radiology (P.P.M.), Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Department of Neurology (E.A.J.), Capital and Coast District Health Board, Wellington, New Zealand; Brain & Mind Centre (T.A.H.), University of Sydney; and Department of Neurology (T.A.H.), Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- From the Departments of Neurology (E.A.J., Y.G., E.P.F., C.F.L., W.O.T.) and Radiology (P.P.M.), Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Department of Neurology (E.A.J.), Capital and Coast District Health Board, Wellington, New Zealand; Brain & Mind Centre (T.A.H.), University of Sydney; and Department of Neurology (T.A.H.), Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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Pathologic and MRI analysis in acute atypical inflammatory demyelinating lesions. J Neurol 2019; 266:1743-1755. [DOI: 10.1007/s00415-019-09328-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2019] [Revised: 04/12/2019] [Accepted: 04/16/2019] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Behrens JR, Wanner J, Kuchling J, Ostendorf L, Harms L, Ruprecht K, Niendorf T, Jarius S, Wildemann B, Gieß RM, Scheel M, Bellmann-Strobl J, Wuerfel J, Paul F, Sinnecker T. 7 Tesla MRI of Balo's concentric sclerosis versus multiple sclerosis lesions. Ann Clin Transl Neurol 2018; 5:900-912. [PMID: 30128315 PMCID: PMC6093849 DOI: 10.1002/acn3.572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2017] [Revised: 03/18/2018] [Accepted: 04/06/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Background Baló's concentric sclerosis (BCS) is a rare condition characterized by concentrically layered white matter lesions. While its pathogenesis is unknown, hypoxia‐induced tissue injury and chemotactic stimuli have been proposed as potential causes of BCS lesion formation. BCS has been suggested to be a variant of multiple sclerosis (MS). Here, we aimed to elucidate similarities and differences between BCS and MS by describing lesion morphology and localization in high‐resolution 7 Tesla (7 T) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Methods Ten patients with Baló‐type lesions underwent 7 T MRI, and 10 relapsing remitting MS patients served as controls. The 7 T MR imaging protocol included 3D T1‐weighted (T1w) magnetization‐prepared rapid gradient echo, 2D high spatial resolution T2*‐weighted (T2*w) fast low‐angle shot and susceptibility‐weighted imaging. Results Intralesional veins were visible in the center of all but one Baló‐type lesion. Four Baló‐type lesions displayed inhomogeneous intralesional T2*w signal intensities, which are suggestive of microhemorrhages or small ectatic venules. Eight of 10 BCS patients presented with 97 additional lesions, 36 of which (37%) had a central vein. Lesions involving the cortical gray matter and the U‐fibers were not detected in BCS patients. Conclusion Our findings support the hypothesis that BCS and MS share common pathogenetic mechanisms but patients present with different lesion phenotypes.
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- Janina R Behrens
- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Clinical and Experimental Multiple Sclerosis Research Center Charite - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Clinical and Experimental Multiple Sclerosis Research Center Charite - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Berlin Germany
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- Berlin Ultrahigh Field Facility Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association Berlin Germany.,Experimental and Clinical Research Center Charite - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Berlin Germany.,Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine Berlin Germany
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- Molecular Neuroimmunology Group Department of Neurology University of Heidelberg Heidelberg Germany
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- Molecular Neuroimmunology Group Department of Neurology University of Heidelberg Heidelberg Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Experimental and Clinical Research Center Charite - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Berlin Germany.,Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Medical Image Analysis Center (MIAC AG) Basel Switzerland.,qbig Department of Biomedical Engineering University Basel Basel Switzerland
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin Department of Neurology Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health Berlin Germany.,Clinical and Experimental Multiple Sclerosis Research Center Charite - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Berlin Germany.,Experimental and Clinical Research Center Charite - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Berlin Germany.,Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine Berlin Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence NeuroCure Clinical Research Center Berlin Germany.,Medical Image Analysis Center (MIAC AG) Basel Switzerland.,Department of Neurology Universitätsspital Basel Basel Switzerland
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Chinese Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Tumefactive Demyelinating Lesions of Central Nervous System. Chin Med J (Engl) 2017; 130:1838-1850. [PMID: 28748858 PMCID: PMC5547837 DOI: 10.4103/0366-6999.211547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2017] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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High b-value diffusion-weighted imaging in progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy in HIV patients. Eur Radiol 2017; 27:3593-3599. [PMID: 28168372 PMCID: PMC5544784 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-017-4761-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2016] [Revised: 11/30/2016] [Accepted: 12/16/2016] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Objectives An ill-defined hyperintense edge and hypointense core on diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) is typical of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML). We aimed to investigate whether a b-value of 3,000 s/mm2 (b3000) can improve visualisation of PML, or provide different structural information compared to 1,000 s/mm2 (b1000). Methods We retrospectively identified HIV-positive patients with confirmed PML studied under a clinical protocol including both b1000 and b3000 DWI. The rim and core of each PML lesion and normal-appearing white matter (NAWM) were outlined on trace-weighted DWI. Signal intensities, apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) values and volumes were measured and compared between b1000 and b3000. Results Nine lesions from seven patients were analysed. The rim and core were better visualised on b3000, with higher signal of the rim and lower signal of the core compared to NAWM. The hyperintense rim had non-restricted average ADCs, but included foci of low ADC on both b3000 and b1000. Despite similar total lesion volumes, b3000 displayed significantly larger core and smaller rim volumes than b1000. Conclusion b3000 improves visualisation of this important PML hallmark. Moreover, b3000 partly reclassifies tissue from rim into core, and might provide potentially more accurate biomarkers of PML activity and prognosis. Key Points • B3000 improves contrast resolution between lesion rim, core and normal-appearing white matter. • B3000 improves identification of the typical rim-and-core pattern of PML lesions. • B3000 and b1000 similarly identify lesions, but b3000 results in smaller rims and larger cores. • B3000 excludes some high diffusion components from rim, reclassifying them into core. • B3000 DWI may provide more precise PML biomarkers of disease activity and tissue damage. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1007/s00330-017-4761-8) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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Hardy TA, Tobin WO, Lucchinetti CF. Exploring the overlap between multiple sclerosis, tumefactive demyelination and Baló's concentric sclerosis. Mult Scler 2016; 22:986-92. [PMID: 27037180 DOI: 10.1177/1352458516641776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2016] [Accepted: 03/07/2016] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The availability of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has led to increasing recognition that multiple sclerosis (MS), tumefactive demyelination (TD) and Baló's concentric sclerosis (BCS) share many overlapping features. Baló-like lesions, which exhibit limited features of BCS, may represent an intermediate between BCS and typical MS demyelination. Lesions labeled as tumefactive are typically larger, but otherwise have much in common with conventional MS lesions, and TD and BCS lesions can also overlap. In this article, we explore the similarities between typical MS, TD and BCS cases, and reflect on the potential insights that intermediate or overlapping phenotypes may contribute towards an understanding of MS immunopathogenesis, and question whether these atypical forms of demyelination should be classified as separate demyelinating diseases, as different lesional manifestations of demyelination of any cause or as part of a spectrum with conventional MS.
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- Todd A Hardy
- Neuroimmunology Clinic, Department of Neurology, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, University of Sydney, Concord West, NSW, Australia/Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Neurology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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Siri A, Carra-Dalliere C, Ayrignac X, Pelletier J, Audoin B, Pittion-Vouyovitch S, Debouverie M, Lionnet C, Viala F, Sablot D, Brassat D, Ouallet JC, Ruet A, Brochet B, Taillandier L, Bauchet L, Derache N, Defer G, Cabre P, de Seze J, Lebrun Frenay C, Cohen M, Labauge P. Isolated tumefactive demyelinating lesions: diagnosis and long-term evolution of 16 patients in a multicentric study. J Neurol 2015; 262:1637-45. [DOI: 10.1007/s00415-015-7758-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2015] [Revised: 04/17/2015] [Accepted: 04/20/2015] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Purohit B, Ganewatte E, Schreiner B, Kollias S. Balo's Concentric Sclerosis with Acute Presentation and Co-Existing Multiple Sclerosis-Typical Lesions on MRI. Case Rep Neurol 2015; 7:44-50. [PMID: 25873888 PMCID: PMC4386112 DOI: 10.1159/000380813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Balo's disease also known as Balo's concentric sclerosis (BCS) is a rare demyelinating disorder which is characterized pathologically and radiologically by concentric rings of demyelinated and relatively myelin-preserved white matter. We describe the case of a 25-year-old female presenting with stroke-like symptoms who was diagnosed with BCS on MRI. At clinical onset, she also showed co-existing multiple sclerosis (MS)-typical lesions in the brain. This report extends the recent concept that BCS may share similar pathogenesis and radiological progression as MS lesions, that they may occur simultaneously in the same patient and that they may represent different manifestations of the same disease process. Also, BCS needs not be a fulminant disease and may often show a benign self-limiting course as in our case.
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- Bela Purohit
- Institute for Neuroradiology, University Hospital of Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute for Neuroradiology, University Hospital of Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Zurich, Switzerland ; Institute of Experimental Immunology, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute for Neuroradiology, University Hospital of Zurich, Switzerland
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Ripellino P, Khonsari R, Stecco A, Filippi M, Perchinunno M, Cantello R. "Clues on Balo's concentric sclerosis evolution from serial analysis of ADC values". Int J Neurosci 2015; 126:88-95. [DOI: 10.3109/00207454.2014.989524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Lo CP, Kao HW, Chen SY, Chu CM, Hsu CC, Chen YC, Lin WC, Liu DW, Hsu WL. Comparison of diffusion-weighted imaging and contrast-enhanced T1-weighted imaging on a single baseline MRI for demonstrating dissemination in time in multiple sclerosis. BMC Neurol 2014; 14:100. [PMID: 24885357 PMCID: PMC4036427 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2377-14-100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2014] [Accepted: 03/19/2014] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The 2010 Revisions to the McDonald Criteria have established that dissemination in time (DIT) of multiple sclerosis (MS) can be demonstrated by simultaneous presence of asymptomatic gadolinium-enhancing and nonenhancing lesions on a single magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). However, gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) have contraindications. Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) can detect diffusion alterations in active inflammatory lesions. The purpose of this study was to investigate if DWI can be an alternative to contrast-enhanced T1-weighted imaging (CE T1WI) for demonstrating DIT in MS. METHODS We selected patients with clinically definite MS and evaluated their baseline brain MRI. Asymptomatic lesions were identified as either hyperintense or nonhyperintense on DWI and enhancing or nonenhancing on CE T1WI. Fisher's exact test was performed to determine whether the hyperintensity on DWI was related to the enhancement on CE T1WI (P < 0.05). The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV), and accuracy of the DWI to predict lesion enhancement were calculated. RESULTS Twenty-two patients with 384 demyelinating lesions that were hyperintense on T2-weighted imaging and more than 3 mm in size were recruited. The diffusion hyperintensity and lesion enhancement were significantly correlated (P <0.001). The sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV and accuracy were 100%, 67.9%, 32.3%, 100% and 72.1%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS A hyperintense DWI finding does not necessarily overlap with contrast enhancement. There are many false positives, possibly representing other stages of lesion development. Although DWI may not replace CE T1WI imaging to demonstrate DIT due to the low PPV, it may serve as a screening MRI sequence where the use of GBCAs is a concern.
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Affiliation(s)
- Chung-Ping Lo
- Department of Radiology, Taichung Tzuchi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzuchi Medical Foundation, No 66, Sec 1, Fongsing Road, Taichung Tanzih District, 427, Taiwan.
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