1. Evaluating Acute Pulmonary Changes of Coronavirus 2019: Comparative Analysis of the Pertinent Modalities.
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Griffin I, Kundalia R, Steinberg B, Prodigios J, Verma N, Hochhegger B, and Mohammed TL
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- Humans, COVID-19 diagnostic imaging, Lung diagnostic imaging, Tomography, X-Ray Computed methods, SARS-CoV-2, Magnetic Resonance Imaging methods, Ultrasonography methods
- Abstract
This review explores imaging's crucial role in acute Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) assessment. High Resolution Computer Tomography is especially effective in detection of lung abnormalities. Chest radiography has limited utility in the initial stages of COVID-19 infection. Lung Ultrasound has emerged as a valuable, radiation-free tool in critical care, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging shows promise as a Computed Tomography alternative. Typical and atypical findings of COVID-19 by each of these modalities are discussed with emphasis on their prognostic value. Considerations for pediatric and immunocompromised cases are outlined. A comprehensive diagnostic approach is recommended, as radiological diagnosis remains challenging in the acute phase., (Copyright © 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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- 2024
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