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A Global Assessment of the Use of Diffusion and Perfusion MRI Techniques in Head and Neck Imaging

  • By

  • Steve Connor

  • Alexander Christoforou

  • Philip Touska

  • Soraya Robinson

  • Nancy J. Fischbein

  • Pim de Graaf

  • Anne R. J. Péporté

  • Jussi Hirvonen

  • Darka Hadnadjev Šimonji

  • Gloria J. Guzmán Pérez-Carrillo

  • Xin (Cynthia) Wu

  • Christine Glastonbury

  • Kristine M. Mosier

  • Ashok Srinivasan

  • February 4, 2025

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Objective:

To understand the global utilization and barriers of DWI and DCE-PWI among head and neck radiologists.

Key Findings:
  • 294 respondents from 44 countries participated in the survey.
  • Most respondents were from public (45.9%) and academic (40.1%) institutions.
  • DWI is routinely incorporated in head and neck imaging protocols, while DCE-PWI is increasingly used, though barriers such as lack of resources and knowledge persist.
Interpretation:

The survey highlights the growing adoption of DWI and DCE-PWI in clinical practice, though barriers such as lack of resources and knowledge remain significant challenges.

Limitations:
  • Responses may be biased due to self-selection, potentially skewing the representation of practices.
  • The survey did not require Institutional Review Board approval, limiting oversight.
Conclusion:

Understanding the current practices and barriers in DWI and DCE-PWI can enhance their implementation in clinical settings, suggesting the need for targeted educational initiatives.

Original Source(s)

An international survey of diffusion and perfusion magnetic resonance imaging implementation in the head and neck

  • by Steve Connor, Alexander Christoforou, Philip Touska, Soraya Robinson, Nancy J. Fischbein, Pim de Graaf, Anne R. J. Péporté, Jussi Hirvonen, Darka Hadnadjev Šimonji, Gloria J. Guzmán Pérez-Carrillo, Xin (Cynthia) Wu, Christine Glastonbury, Kristine M. Mosier, Ashok Srinivasan

  • February 4, 2025

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