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  1. Article: Atypical manifestations of sarcoidosis in a Hispanic male.

    Ho, Bao / Choi, Kristal S / Ochoa, William / Torralba, Karina D / Sandhu, Vaneet K / Pakbaz, Zahra

    Journal of community hospital internal medicine perspectives

    2019  Volume 9, Issue 3, Page(s) 271–274

    Abstract: Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disease of unknown etiology that can present with nonspecific features, often resulting in delayed diagnosis. The diagnosis requires the demonstration of non-caseating granulomas on biopsy. While the prevalence ... ...

    Abstract Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disease of unknown etiology that can present with nonspecific features, often resulting in delayed diagnosis. The diagnosis requires the demonstration of non-caseating granulomas on biopsy. While the prevalence of sarcoidosis in the USA is rare, the disease is rarer yet in Hispanics. It is for this reason that we report herein the case of a Hispanic gentleman with a unique clinical manifestations of sarcoidosis. With what began as a two-month history of joint pain and skin rash, this 55-year-old man was hospitalized with multiple joint pain, weight loss, fatigue and a pruritic rash with leonine facies in the setting of anemia, leukopenia, hypercalcemia, elevated serum creatinine, and urine Bence-Jones proteinuria. CT imaging of the chest was nonspecific, but skin biopsy revealed non-caseating granulomatous disease. After completing an infectious and malignancy evaluation, the patient was diagnosed with sarcoidosis, which was treated successfully with low-dose steroid therapy.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2616884-4
    ISSN 2000-9666
    ISSN 2000-9666
    DOI 10.1080/20009666.2019.1607503
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  2. Article ; Online: North American musculoskeletal ultrasound scanning protocol of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand: update of a Delphi Consensus Study.

    Bethina, Narandra K / Torralba, Karina D / Choi, Kristal S / Fairchild, Robert M / Cannella, Amy C / Salto, Lorena / Kissin, Eugene Y / Yinh, Janeth / Aggarwal, Manushi / Thiele, Ralf / Nishio, Midori J

    Clinical rheumatology

    2022  Volume 41, Issue 12, Page(s) 3825–3835

    Abstract: Introduction/objectives: There has been an increase in the proficiency and utilization of ultrasound among North American rheumatologists over the past decade. This study aims to create an updated upper extremity scanning protocol to inform ultrasound ... ...

    Abstract Introduction/objectives: There has been an increase in the proficiency and utilization of ultrasound among North American rheumatologists over the past decade. This study aims to create an updated upper extremity scanning protocol to inform ultrasound curriculum development for the American College of Rheumatology affiliated fellowship programs and guide clinical practice patterns in North America.
    Method: Three Delphi survey rounds were used to reach consensus on tiered-mastery designations for scan views of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand joints. The survey was disseminated by Qualtrics™ to 101 potential participants with ultrasound experience. High agreement was defined as having ≥ 85% consensus and final tier designation as > 50% agreement for a preferred tier. Changes in responses were evaluated by McNemar's chi-square test.
    Results: Consensus was achieved for 70% of scan views of the upper extremity joints. Two views-ulnar transverse view of the wrist and the radial/ulnar orthogonal views over metacarpophalangeal joints 2 and 5 of the hand-were upgraded from tier 2 to tier 1. The suprascapular transverse and the axillary longitudinal views of the shoulder were downgraded from tier 2 to tier 3. A new anterior transverse view of the elbow was added to the protocol with tier 1 designation.
    Conclusions: This study reflects the current opinions of North American rheumatologists for scanning upper extremity joints and provides support for the updated protocol and guidance for educators in rheumatology ultrasound. Key Points • Ultrasound scan views of the metacarpophalangeal, wrist, elbow, and glenohumeral joint recesses and views of the biceps and rotator cuff tendons at the shoulder were perceived as essential views of the upper extremity scanning protocol for rheumatologists to master and perform routinely. • A targeted scanning approach of the upper extremity joints may be considered when focal symptoms are present. • The North American Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Scanning Protocol shares some similarities with existing musculoskeletal ultrasound protocols of other specialties and worldwide rheumatology societies but varies in the extent of examination and emphasis on certain specialty-specific focuses.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Elbow ; Shoulder ; Wrist ; Delphi Technique ; Upper Extremity ; Shoulder Joint
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-26
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 604755-5
    ISSN 1434-9949 ; 0770-3198
    ISSN (online) 1434-9949
    ISSN 0770-3198
    DOI 10.1007/s10067-022-06337-2
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  3. Article ; Online: North American musculoskeletal ultrasound scanning protocol of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand: update of a Delphi Consensus Study

    Bethina, Narandra K. / Torralba, Karina D. / Choi, Kristal S. / Fairchild, Robert M. / Cannella, Amy C. / Salto, Lorena / Kissin, Eugene Y. / Yinh, Janeth / Aggarwal, Manushi / Thiele, Ralf / Nishio, Midori J.

    Clin Rheumatol. 2022 Dec., v. 41, no. 12, p. 3825-3835

    2022  , Page(s) 3825–3835

    Abstract: INTRODUCTION/OBJECTIVES: There has been an increase in the proficiency and utilization of ultrasound among North American rheumatologists over the past decade. This study aims to create an updated upper extremity scanning protocol to inform ultrasound ... ...

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    Abstract INTRODUCTION/OBJECTIVES: There has been an increase in the proficiency and utilization of ultrasound among North American rheumatologists over the past decade. This study aims to create an updated upper extremity scanning protocol to inform ultrasound curriculum development for the American College of Rheumatology affiliated fellowship programs and guide clinical practice patterns in North America. METHOD: Three Delphi survey rounds were used to reach consensus on tiered-mastery designations for scan views of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand joints. The survey was disseminated by Qualtrics™ to 101 potential participants with ultrasound experience. High agreement was defined as having ≥ 85% consensus and final tier designation as > 50% agreement for a preferred tier. Changes in responses were evaluated by McNemar’s chi-square test. RESULTS: Consensus was achieved for 70% of scan views of the upper extremity joints. Two views—ulnar transverse view of the wrist and the radial/ulnar orthogonal views over metacarpophalangeal joints 2 and 5 of the hand—were upgraded from tier 2 to tier 1. The suprascapular transverse and the axillary longitudinal views of the shoulder were downgraded from tier 2 to tier 3. A new anterior transverse view of the elbow was added to the protocol with tier 1 designation. CONCLUSIONS: This study reflects the current opinions of North American rheumatologists for scanning upper extremity joints and provides support for the updated protocol and guidance for educators in rheumatology ultrasound.
    Keywords chi-square distribution ; curriculum ; musculoskeletal system ; surveys ; ultrasonics ; North America
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-12
    Size p. 3825-3835
    Publishing place Springer International Publishing
    Document type Article ; Online
    ZDB-ID 604755-5
    ISSN 0770-3198
    ISSN 0770-3198
    DOI 10.1007/s10067-022-06337-2
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  4. Article ; Online: North American musculoskeletal ultrasound scanning protocol of the hip, knee, ankle, and foot: update of a Delphi consensus study.

    Yinh, Janeth / Torralba, Karina D / Choi, Kristal S / Fairchild, Robert M / Cannella, Amy / Salto, Lorena / Kissin, Eugene Y / Thiele, Ralf / Oberle, Edward J / Marston, Bethany / Nishio, Midori Jane

    Clinical rheumatology

    2021  Volume 40, Issue 10, Page(s) 4233–4242

    Abstract: Background/objective: A North American rheumatology consensus on tiered-mastery designation for anatomic views was developed in 2011 for course and fellowship teaching. This study updates the lower extremity joint scanning protocols aiming to inform ... ...

    Abstract Background/objective: A North American rheumatology consensus on tiered-mastery designation for anatomic views was developed in 2011 for course and fellowship teaching. This study updates the lower extremity joint scanning protocols aiming to inform musculoskeletal ultrasound curriculum development for the American College of Rheumatology affiliated Fellowship Programs.
    Methods: Three Delphi rounds were conducted to reach consensus for tiered-level mastery designation for hip, knee, ankle, and foot scanning views. The survey was disseminated (Qualtrics™) to 101 potential participants with ultrasound teaching experience. High agreement was defined as ≥ 85% consensus and final tier designation as having >50% agreement for the preferred tier. Response changes were evaluated by McNemar's chi-square test.
    Results: Consensus regarding tier designations was reached for 80% of the views. Three knee views (anterior transverse suprapatellar, medial, and lateral longitudinal) and 2 ankle views (anterior and posterior transverse) achieved upgrades to tier 1 from 2. The transverse sacroiliac hip joint was downgraded from tier 2 to 3. The lateral longitudinal hip view was added with a tier 1 designation.
    Conclusion: Updated scanning protocols support modifications reflecting current scanning methods delivered by North American rheumatologists performing point of care ultrasound that may inform educators involved in rheumatology ultrasound. Key Points • The anterior transverse suprapatellar, medial, and lateral longitudinal knee views; the anterior and posterior transverse ankle views; and the lateral longitudinal view hip view were perceived as important to master and perform routinely. • The transverse sacroiliac joint view was suggested to be performed based on practice focus.
    MeSH term(s) Ankle/diagnostic imaging ; Consensus ; Delphi Technique ; Humans ; North America ; Ultrasonography
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-04-05
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 604755-5
    ISSN 1434-9949 ; 0770-3198
    ISSN (online) 1434-9949
    ISSN 0770-3198
    DOI 10.1007/s10067-021-05716-5
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  5. Article ; Online: Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Scanning Protocol Consensus Statements on Scanning Conventions and Documentation in the US.

    Torralba, Karina D / Choi, Kristal S / Salto, Lorena M / Fairchild, Robert / Cannella, Amy C / Kissin, Eugene Y / Thiele, Ralf / Evangelisto, Amy / Nishio, Midori J

    Arthritis care & research

    2020  Volume 72, Issue 8, Page(s) 1177–1184

    Abstract: Objective: European rheumatology and radiology-determined standards have largely driven the execution of ultrasound in rheumatology (RhUS). How this translates to American rheumatologic practice has not been examined. A rheumatology-driven consensus on ... ...

    Abstract Objective: European rheumatology and radiology-determined standards have largely driven the execution of ultrasound in rheumatology (RhUS). How this translates to American rheumatologic practice has not been examined. A rheumatology-driven consensus on documentation, scanning conventions, and tiered-mastery designation for anatomic region views was developed in 2011 and served as the framework for training and clinical research validation. The present study was undertaken to update this consensus to reflect current utilization of musculoskeletal RhUS evaluation in the US.
    Methods: A 3-round Delphi method study was conducted using a 96-item questionnaire sent via Qualtrics survey software to 101 respondents experienced in RhUS education and scholarship. The target participant number was 38. High agreement was defined as ≥85% agreement on each item. McNemar's chi-square test was used to analyze changes in agreement in the responses. Comments were reviewed for content analysis.
    Results: A total of 46 respondents completed all 3 rounds. Of documentation and scanning convention statements, 80% and 100%, respectively, reached high agreement. Comments reflected the need for rheumatology-defined and disease-specific complete scan and limited scan definitions, separate from radiology-defined definitions.
    Conclusion: Many scanning conventions from 2011 remain relevant in current practice. There is a need to determine rheumatology-defined descriptions for common procedural terminology codes for complete and limited scans that accurately reflect the current state of RhUS.
    MeSH term(s) Clinical Protocols/standards ; Consensus ; Delphi Technique ; Documentation/standards ; Humans ; Musculoskeletal System/diagnostic imaging ; Rheumatology/standards ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Ultrasonography/standards ; United States
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-07-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 645059-3
    ISSN 2151-4658 ; 0893-7524 ; 2151-464X
    ISSN (online) 2151-4658
    ISSN 0893-7524 ; 2151-464X
    DOI 10.1002/acr.24005
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