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  1. Article ; Online: Editorial for "Fractal Analysis of Left Ventricular Trabeculae in Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease: A Random Survival Tree Analysis".

    Zucker, Evan J

    Journal of magnetic resonance imaging : JMRI

    2024  

    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-29
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 1146614-5
    ISSN 1522-2586 ; 1053-1807
    ISSN (online) 1522-2586
    ISSN 1053-1807
    DOI 10.1002/jmri.29250
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  2. Article ; Online: Cardiac Computed Tomography in Congenital Heart Disease.

    Zucker, Evan J

    Radiologic clinics of North America

    2024  Volume 62, Issue 3, Page(s) 435–452

    Abstract: Computed tomography (CT) has emerged as a leading imaging modality in the evaluation of congenital heart disease (CHD). With ever-faster acquisition speed, decreasing radiation exposure, impeccable anatomic detail, optional functional data, and numerous ... ...

    Abstract Computed tomography (CT) has emerged as a leading imaging modality in the evaluation of congenital heart disease (CHD). With ever-faster acquisition speed, decreasing radiation exposure, impeccable anatomic detail, optional functional data, and numerous post-processing tools, CT offers broad utility in CHD diagnosis, preoperative planning, and postoperative assessment. In this article, the far-reaching role of CT in CHD is reviewed, focusing on technical imaging considerations and key clinical applications.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Heart Defects, Congenital/diagnostic imaging ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 215712-3
    ISSN 1557-8275 ; 0033-8389
    ISSN (online) 1557-8275
    ISSN 0033-8389
    DOI 10.1016/j.rcl.2023.12.015
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  3. Article ; Online: Compact pediatric cardiac magnetic resonance imaging protocols.

    Zucker, Evan J

    Pediatric radiology

    2022  Volume 53, Issue 7, Page(s) 1336–1351

    Abstract: Cardiac MRI is in many respects an ideal modality for pediatric cardiovascular imaging, enabling a complete noninvasive assessment of anatomy, morphology, function and flow in one radiation-free and potentially non-contrast exam. Nonetheless, ... ...

    Abstract Cardiac MRI is in many respects an ideal modality for pediatric cardiovascular imaging, enabling a complete noninvasive assessment of anatomy, morphology, function and flow in one radiation-free and potentially non-contrast exam. Nonetheless, traditionally lengthy and complex imaging acquisition strategies have often limited its broader use beyond specialized centers. In this review, the author presents practical cardiac MRI imaging protocols to facilitate the performance of succinct yet successful exams that provide the most salient clinical data for the majority of congenital and acquired pediatric cardiac disease. In addition, the author reviews newer and evolving techniques that permit more rapid but similarly diagnostic MRI, including compressed sensing and artificial intelligence/machine learning reconstruction, four-dimensional flow acquisition and blood pool contrast agents. With the modern armamentarium of cardiac MRI methods, the goal of compact yet comprehensive exams in children can now be realized.
    MeSH term(s) Child ; Humans ; Artificial Intelligence ; Imaging, Three-Dimensional/methods ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods ; Heart ; Heart Diseases/diagnostic imaging
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-12
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 124459-0
    ISSN 1432-1998 ; 0301-0449
    ISSN (online) 1432-1998
    ISSN 0301-0449
    DOI 10.1007/s00247-022-05447-y
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  4. Article ; Online: Computed tomography in tetralogy of Fallot: pre- and postoperative imaging evaluation.

    Zucker, Evan J

    Pediatric radiology

    2021  Volume 52, Issue 13, Page(s) 2485–2497

    Abstract: Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is the most common cause of cyanotic congenital heart disease (CHD) and the most frequent complex CHD encountered in adulthood. Although children with TOF share four characteristic features (subaortic ventricular septal defect, ... ...

    Abstract Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is the most common cause of cyanotic congenital heart disease (CHD) and the most frequent complex CHD encountered in adulthood. Although children with TOF share four characteristic features (subaortic ventricular septal defect, overriding aorta, right ventricular hypertrophy, pulmonary stenosis), the clinical spectrum and course are in fact greatly heterogeneous. Echocardiography remains the mainstay for diagnosis, presurgical planning and postoperative follow-up. However, with continued technological advances, CT now plays an increasing role in TOF evaluation and management, helping to minimize routine invasive catheter angiography. Preoperatively, CT is uniquely suited to assess associated pulmonary arterial, aortic and coronary anomalies as well as extra-cardiovascular structures and is particularly helpful for delineating complex anatomy in the TOF subtypes of absent pulmonary valve and pulmonary atresia with major aortopulmonary collaterals. Postoperatively, CT is useful for identifying surgical complications and for long-term monitoring including volumetry quantification, especially in children for whom MRI is contraindicated or limited by implanted devices such as pacemakers and stents. In this article, we review key clinical features and considerations in the pre- and postoperative TOF patient and the burgeoning role of CT for facilitating accurate diagnosis and personalized intervention.
    MeSH term(s) Child ; Humans ; Adult ; Tetralogy of Fallot/diagnostic imaging ; Tetralogy of Fallot/surgery ; Pulmonary Atresia/diagnostic imaging ; Pulmonary Atresia/surgery ; Pulmonary Artery/abnormalities ; Aorta/abnormalities ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-08-24
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 124459-0
    ISSN 1432-1998 ; 0301-0449
    ISSN (online) 1432-1998
    ISSN 0301-0449
    DOI 10.1007/s00247-021-05179-5
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  5. Article ; Online: Pediatric cardiothoracic vasculitis: multimodality imaging review.

    Zucker, Evan J / Chan, Frandics P

    Pediatric radiology

    2022  Volume 52, Issue 10, Page(s) 1895–1909

    Abstract: The pediatric vasculitides are a relatively uncommon and heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by vessel inflammation, often with cardiothoracic involvement. Diagnosis and monitoring are often clinically challenging because of the nonspecific ... ...

    Abstract The pediatric vasculitides are a relatively uncommon and heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by vessel inflammation, often with cardiothoracic involvement. Diagnosis and monitoring are often clinically challenging because of the nonspecific symptoms and laboratory markers. Thus, imaging has assumed increasing importance for early detection of disease activity, extent and complications as well as long-term monitoring pre- and post-treatment. Herein, we review the major pediatric vasculitides with frequent chest manifestations, including Takayasu arteritis, Kawasaki disease, granulomatosis with polyangiitis, eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis, microscopic polyangiitis, Behçet disease and potential mimics. We highlight key clinical features and management considerations, emphasizing the central role of imaging.
    MeSH term(s) Child ; Churg-Strauss Syndrome ; Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis/diagnosis ; Humans ; Multimodal Imaging ; Takayasu Arteritis/diagnostic imaging ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-06
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 124459-0
    ISSN 1432-1998 ; 0301-0449
    ISSN (online) 1432-1998
    ISSN 0301-0449
    DOI 10.1007/s00247-022-05431-6
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  6. Article ; Online: Cross-sectional imaging of congenital pulmonary artery anomalies.

    Zucker, Evan J

    The international journal of cardiovascular imaging

    2019  Volume 35, Issue 8, Page(s) 1535–1548

    Abstract: Congenital pulmonary artery (PA) anomalies comprise a rare and heterogeneous spectrum of disease, ranging from abnormal origins to complete atresia. They may present in early infancy or more insidiously in adulthood, often in association with congenital ... ...

    Abstract Congenital pulmonary artery (PA) anomalies comprise a rare and heterogeneous spectrum of disease, ranging from abnormal origins to complete atresia. They may present in early infancy or more insidiously in adulthood, often in association with congenital heart disease such as tetralogy of Fallot or other syndromes. In recent years, cross-sectional imaging, including computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), has become widely utilized for the noninvasive assessment of congenital PA diseases, supplementing echocardiography and at times supplanting invasive angiography. In this article, modern CT and MRI techniques for imaging congenital PA disorders are summarized. The key clinical features, cross-sectional imaging findings, and treatment options for the most commonly encountered entities are then reviewed. Emphasis is placed on the ever-growing role of cross-sectional imaging options in facilitating early and accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment.
    MeSH term(s) Computed Tomography Angiography/methods ; Heart Defects, Congenital/diagnostic imaging ; Heart Defects, Congenital/physiopathology ; Heart Defects, Congenital/therapy ; Hemodynamics ; Humans ; Magnetic Resonance Angiography ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Cine ; Multidetector Computed Tomography ; Predictive Value of Tests ; Prognosis ; Pulmonary Artery/diagnostic imaging ; Pulmonary Artery/physiopathology ; Pulmonary Circulation ; Reproducibility of Results
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2055311-0
    ISSN 1875-8312 ; 1573-0743 ; 1569-5794 ; 0167-9899
    ISSN (online) 1875-8312 ; 1573-0743
    ISSN 1569-5794 ; 0167-9899
    DOI 10.1007/s10554-019-01643-4
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  7. Article: Syndromes with aortic involvement: pictorial review.

    Zucker, Evan J

    Cardiovascular diagnosis and therapy

    2018  Volume 8, Issue Suppl 1, Page(s) S71–S81

    Abstract: A variety of syndromes are associated with thoracoabdominal aortic pathologies. While these diseases are collectively rare, the presence of advanced or unusual aortic disease at a young age should raise suspicion of an underlying syndrome. Similarly, ... ...

    Abstract A variety of syndromes are associated with thoracoabdominal aortic pathologies. While these diseases are collectively rare, the presence of advanced or unusual aortic disease at a young age should raise suspicion of an underlying syndrome. Similarly, patients with a known syndrome require close monitoring in anticipation of future aortic disease. In this article, the syndromes most commonly encountered in clinical practice are reviewed, including Marfan syndrome (MFS) and other connective tissue disorders, Turner syndrome (TS), autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), neurofibromatosis (NF), Williams syndrome (WS), Alagille syndrome (AGS), and DiGeorge syndrome (DGS). The distinct clinical, imaging, and management features of each disorder are discussed. Attention is focused on the unique patterns of aortic disease in each syndrome, emphasizing the role of recent imaging modalities and treatment strategies. Ancillary and distinguishing aspects of the syndromes that aid in diagnosis are also highlighted.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-02-21
    Publishing country China (Republic : 1949- )
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2685043-6
    ISSN 2223-3660 ; 2223-3652
    ISSN (online) 2223-3660
    ISSN 2223-3652
    DOI 10.21037/cdt.2017.09.14
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  8. Article ; Online: Lumbar Spine MRI: Missed Opportunities for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Detection.

    Zucker, Evan J / Prabhakar, Anand M

    Current problems in diagnostic radiology

    2019  Volume 49, Issue 4, Page(s) 254–259

    Abstract: Purpose: The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends 1-time sonographic screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) in male smokers ages 65-75 and other selected individuals in this age group based on risk factors. Patients in this age ...

    Abstract Purpose: The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends 1-time sonographic screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) in male smokers ages 65-75 and other selected individuals in this age group based on risk factors. Patients in this age range are frequent utilizers of lumbar spine MRI, in which the abdominal aorta is typically fully imaged. The purpose of this study was to assess the potential detection rate of AAAs on lumbar spine MRI performed in the USPSTF screening age range with systematic aortic measurement and the frequency with which AAAs are currently reported in practice.
    Materials and methods: All consecutive lumbar spine MRI exams performed without contrast at a single academic tertiary care center over a 1-year period (4/1/2016-3/31/2017) in patients ages 65-75 were retrospectively reviewed. Maximal anteroposterior, and transverse dimensions of the abdominal aorta were measured using axial T2-weighted images, supplemented with sagittal T2-weighted images if assessment was limited by field-of-view or artifact. The detection rate of AAA, defined as dilation of the aorta to a diameter of ≥3 cm, size of AAAs detected, and frequency with which AAAs were reported, were assessed. Differences in aortic diameters and aneurysm detection rates between genders were compared with the unpaired 2-sample t test.
    Results: Three hundred and ninety-five lumbar spine MRIs were reviewed, 240 (60.8%) in women and 155 (39.2%) in men, with mean ± standard deviation (SD) age of 70.2 ± 3.2 years. AAAs were detected in 38/395 (9.6%) cases, most (33/38, 86.8%) of which were <4 cm. Of these, only 4 (10.5%) were reported by the interpreting radiologist; 3/4 (75%) corresponded to aneurysms ≥4 cm.
    Conclusion: Lumbar spine MRI performed in the USPSTF AAA screening age range, especially in men, facilitates frequent detection of AAA when the aorta is systematically measured. However, in typical lumbar spine assessment, AAAs are often underreported, particularly for smaller aneurysms.
    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal/diagnostic imaging ; Female ; Humans ; Lumbar Vertebrae/diagnostic imaging ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods ; Male ; Mass Screening/methods ; Retrospective Studies ; Risk Factors ; Smokers
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-05-09
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 198954-6
    ISSN 1535-6302 ; 0363-0188
    ISSN (online) 1535-6302
    ISSN 0363-0188
    DOI 10.1067/j.cpradiol.2019.05.002
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  9. Article: Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening: concepts and controversies.

    Zucker, Evan J / Prabhakar, Anand M

    Cardiovascular diagnosis and therapy

    2018  Volume 8, Issue Suppl 1, Page(s) S108–S117

    Abstract: Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are a leading cause mortality and morbidity but often go undiagnosed until late stages unless imaging is performed. In 2005, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for the first time recommended one- ... ...

    Abstract Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are a leading cause mortality and morbidity but often go undiagnosed until late stages unless imaging is performed. In 2005, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for the first time recommended one-time ultrasound screening for elderly male smokers and selective screening in other populations. These guidelines were reaffirmed and updated in 2014; a proposal for potential further revisions is now in early planning stages. In this article, we review the past and current USPSTF AAA screening recommendations and techniques for performing optimal screening. Evidence supporting screening and alternative guidelines are also discussed. In addition, emerging concepts and controversies in AAA screening are highlighted, including conflicting data on screening benefits, screening underutilization, inconsistent follow-up recommendations, and the potential for duplicative testing, alternative screening modalities, and clinically significant incidental findings.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-04-23
    Publishing country China
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2685043-6
    ISSN 2223-3660 ; 2223-3652
    ISSN (online) 2223-3660
    ISSN 2223-3652
    DOI 10.21037/cdt.2017.09.13
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  10. Article ; Online: Abbreviated cardiac magnetic resonance imaging versus echocardiography for interval assessment of systolic function in Duchenne muscular dystrophy: patient satisfaction, clinical utility, and image quality.

    Chandrasekar, Hamsika / Kaufman, Beth D / Beattie, Meaghan J / Ennis, Daniel B / Syed, Ali B / Zucker, Evan J / Maskatia, Shiraz A

    The international journal of cardiovascular imaging

    2023  Volume 40, Issue 1, Page(s) 157–165

    Abstract: Purpose: Poor acoustic windows make interval assessment of systolic function in patients with (Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy) DMD by echocardiography (echo) difficult. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) can be challenging in DMD patients due to ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: Poor acoustic windows make interval assessment of systolic function in patients with (Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy) DMD by echocardiography (echo) difficult. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) can be challenging in DMD patients due to study duration and patient discomfort. We developed an abbreviated CMR (aCMR) protocol and hypothesized that aCMR would compare favorably to echo in image quality and clinical utility without significant differences in exam duration, patient satisfaction, and functional measurements.
    Methods: DMD patients were recruited prospectively to undergo echo and aCMR. Modalities were compared with a global quality assessment score (GQAS), clinical utility score (CUS), and patient satisfaction score (PSS). Results were compared using Wilcoxon signed-rank tests, Spearman correlations, intraclass correlations, and Bland-Altman analyses.
    Results: Nineteen DMD patients were included. PSS scores and exam duration were equivalent between modalities, while CUS and GQAS scores favored aCMR. ACMR scored markedly higher than echo in RV visualization and assessment of atrial size. Older age was negatively correlated with echo GQAS and CUS scores, as well as aCMR PSS scores. Higher BMI was positively correlated with aCMR GQAS scores. Nighttime PPV requirement and non-ambulatory status were correlated with worse echo CUS scores. Poor image quality precluding quantification existed in five (26%) echo and zero (0%) aCMR studies. There was moderate correlation between aCMR and echo for global circumferential strain and left ventricular four chamber global longitudinal strain.
    Conclusion: The aCMR protocol resulted in improved clinical relevance and quality scores relative to echo, without significant detriment to patient satisfaction or exam duration.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne/complications ; Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne/diagnostic imaging ; Echocardiography/methods ; Patient Satisfaction ; Ventricular Dysfunction, Left ; Predictive Value of Tests ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging ; Heart Atria ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Cine/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-13
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2055311-0
    ISSN 1875-8312 ; 1573-0743 ; 1569-5794 ; 0167-9899
    ISSN (online) 1875-8312 ; 1573-0743
    ISSN 1569-5794 ; 0167-9899
    DOI 10.1007/s10554-023-02977-w
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