Gorka Bastarrika

Summary

Affiliation: University of Navarra
Country: Spain

Publications

  1. ncbi Evaluation of plaques and stenosis
    Elisabeth Arnoldi
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, 29401, USA
    Radiol Clin North Am 48:729-44. 2010
  2. ncbi [Diagnosis of acute myocarditis with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging]
    G Bastarrika
    Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, 31008, Spain
    An Sist Sanit Navar 32:275-8. 2009
  3. ncbi [Quantification of ventricular mass and function using real-time free-breathing SSFP sequences]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiología Clínica Universitaria Universidad de Navarra Pamplona España
    Radiologia 50:67-74. 2008
  4. ncbi Quantification of left ventricular function and mass in cardiac Dual-Source CT (DSCT) exams: comparison of manual and semiautomatic segmentation algorithms
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clínica Universitaria Universidad de Navarra, Avda Pio XII, 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 18:939-46. 2008
  5. ncbi [Comprehensive assessment of coronary disease using perfusion CT with pharmacologically induced stress]
    G Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA
    Radiologia 52:469-72. 2010
  6. ncbi [Accuracy of different segmentation methods to quantify cardiac function parameters and left ventricular mass in an animal model]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Navarra, Espana
    Radiologia 50:153-8. 2008
  7. ncbi Dual-source CT coronary imaging in heart transplant recipients: image quality and optimal reconstruction interval
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII, 36, 31008, Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 18:1791-9. 2008
  8. ncbi [Normal anatomy, anatomical variants, and anomalies of the origin and course of the coronary arteries on multislice CT]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiología Clínica Universitaria Universidad de Navarra Pamplona España
    Radiologia 50:197-206. 2008
  9. ncbi [Usefulness of maximum intensity projections in low-radiation multislice CT lung cancer screening]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiología Clínica Universitaria de Navarra Pamplona España
    Radiologia 50:231-7. 2008
  10. ncbi Quantification of left ventricular function and mass in heart transplant recipients using dual-source CT and MRI: initial clinical experience
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII, 36, 31008, Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 18:1784-90. 2008

Detail Information

Publications82

  1. ncbi Evaluation of plaques and stenosis
    Elisabeth Arnoldi
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, 29401, USA
    Radiol Clin North Am 48:729-44. 2010
    ..Data is accumulating that supports its relevance for patient management and outcome. This article examines the role of cCTA for the evaluation of plaques and stenosis...
  2. ncbi [Diagnosis of acute myocarditis with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging]
    G Bastarrika
    Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, 31008, Spain
    An Sist Sanit Navar 32:275-8. 2009
    ..Following its overall implantation in clinical practice, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is nowadays widely considered to be the best non-invasive diagnostic tool available for diagnosing myocarditis...
  3. ncbi [Quantification of ventricular mass and function using real-time free-breathing SSFP sequences]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiología Clínica Universitaria Universidad de Navarra Pamplona España
    Radiologia 50:67-74. 2008
    ..To compare real-time free-breathing steady-state free precession (SSFP) sequences with conventional breath-hold segmented SSFP sequences on the quantification of ventricular mass and function...
  4. ncbi Quantification of left ventricular function and mass in cardiac Dual-Source CT (DSCT) exams: comparison of manual and semiautomatic segmentation algorithms
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clínica Universitaria Universidad de Navarra, Avda Pio XII, 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 18:939-46. 2008
    ..However, further improvements are needed to equal results achieved by manual contour tracing, especially with regard to LV mass quantification...
  5. ncbi [Comprehensive assessment of coronary disease using perfusion CT with pharmacologically induced stress]
    G Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA
    Radiologia 52:469-72. 2010
    ....
  6. ncbi [Accuracy of different segmentation methods to quantify cardiac function parameters and left ventricular mass in an animal model]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Navarra, Espana
    Radiologia 50:153-8. 2008
    ..To evaluate accuracy of manual, semiautomatic and automatic segmentation methods to quantify cardiac function parameters, volumes, and left ventricular mass...
  7. ncbi Dual-source CT coronary imaging in heart transplant recipients: image quality and optimal reconstruction interval
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII, 36, 31008, Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 18:1791-9. 2008
    ..74). Reconstructions obtained at the systolic phase of the cardiac cycle allowed excellent diagnostic image quality coronary angiograms in heart transplant recipients undergoing DSCT coronary angiography...
  8. ncbi [Normal anatomy, anatomical variants, and anomalies of the origin and course of the coronary arteries on multislice CT]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiología Clínica Universitaria Universidad de Navarra Pamplona España
    Radiologia 50:197-206. 2008
    ..We also describe the myocardial segments and their vascularization...
  9. ncbi [Usefulness of maximum intensity projections in low-radiation multislice CT lung cancer screening]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiología Clínica Universitaria de Navarra Pamplona España
    Radiologia 50:231-7. 2008
    ....
  10. ncbi Quantification of left ventricular function and mass in heart transplant recipients using dual-source CT and MRI: initial clinical experience
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII, 36, 31008, Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 18:1784-90. 2008
    ..The interobserver correlation was good. In conclusion, DSCT accurately estimates left ventricular ejection fraction, volumes and mass in heart transplant recipients...
  11. ncbi Dual-source CT for visualization of the coronary arteries in heart transplant patients with high heart rates
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Ave Pío XII, 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    AJR Am J Roentgenol 191:448-54. 2008
    ..The purpose of this study was to evaluate the quality of dual-source CT images of the coronary arteries in heart transplant recipients with high heart rates...
  12. ncbi [Left ventricular function, volumes, and mass in MRI studies using SFPP versus FLASH sequences in an animal model.]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Espana
    Radiologia 51:156-62. 2009
    ..To compare the accuracy of two cine-gradient-echo sequences to quantify left ventricular function, volumes, and mass in an animal model...
  13. ncbi [Global evaluation of the heart in heart transplant recipients using dual-source computed tomography]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Cardiologia, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, 31008, Spain
    An Sist Sanit Navar 32:107-11. 2009
    ..In the case presented here, we demonstrate that DSCT may be useful for evaluating cardiac function and ruling out coronary allograft vasculopathy in heart transplant recipients...
  14. ncbi [Coronary artery calcium quantification with non-ECG-gated low-radiation dose CT of the chest]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Espana
    Radiologia 52:30-6. 2010
    ....
  15. ncbi Dual-source CT in heart transplant recipients: quantification of global left ventricular function and mass
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    J Thorac Imaging 24:103-9. 2009
    ....
  16. ncbi Assessment of left atrial volumes and function in orthotopic heart transplant recipients by dual-source CT: comparison with MRI
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Departments of Radiology, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Invest Radiol 45:72-6. 2010
    ..To compare left atrial performance with dual-source CT (DSCT) with respect to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in orthotopic heart transplant recipients...
  17. ncbi [Clinical applications of computed tomography coronary angiography]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Espana
    Radiologia 51:457-68. 2009
    ....
  18. ncbi Low-dose volumetric computed tomography for quantification of emphysema in asymptomatic smokers participating in an early lung cancer detection trial
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, University of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    J Thorac Imaging 24:206-11. 2009
    ..In this study, we assessed the reliability of low-dose volumetric CT (LDCT) for the quantification of emphysema and its correlation with spirometric indices of airway obstruction...
  19. ncbi [Dual-source CT coronary angiography]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona
    Rev Med Univ Navarra 51:4-8. 2007
    ..Usefulness of this technique to obtain studies of excellent quality in cases in which conventional 64-row-MDCT might present limitations is emphasized...
  20. ncbi [Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging of congenital heart defects in adults]
    G Bastarrika Alemañ
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Espana
    Radiologia 49:397-405. 2007
    ....
  21. ncbi Calcified filariasis of the breast: report of four cases
    G Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 11:1195-7. 2001
    ..The purpose of this article is to show the mammographic characteristics of this disease that soon will be seen frequently in developed countries due to the increasing population from the endemic areas...
  22. ncbi [Cardiac magnetic resonance: clinical applications]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Pamplona
    An Sist Sanit Navar 28:49-58. 2005
    ..Hence, cardiac magnetic resonance is emerging as one of the most promising techniques for the study of congenital and acquired cardiac pathology...
  23. ncbi Magnetic resonance imaging diagnosis of carcinoid heart disease
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    J Comput Assist Tomogr 29:756-9. 2005
    ..Even if the diagnosis is frequently made by transthoracic echocardiography, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging adds valuable information when evaluating cardiac structures that might be difficult to analyze on echocardiography...
  24. ncbi Systolic prospectively ECG-triggered dual-source CT angiography for evaluation of the coronary arteries in heart transplant recipients
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Cardiac Imaging Unit, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII, 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 21:1887-94. 2011
    ..To assess feasibility, image quality, and radiation dose of prospectively ECG-triggered coronary CT angiography (CTA) in orthotopic heart transplant (OHT) recipients...
  25. ncbi [Radiologists in the emergency department: when and how to use multislice CT]
    G Bastarrika
    Unidad de Imagen Cardiaca, Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Navarra, Espana
    Radiologia 53:30-42. 2011
    ..We review the technique, define the most appropriate population, describe the acquisition protocols, and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each study protocol...
  26. ncbi Incidental computed tomography diagnosis of a rare triad consisting of absence of coronary sinus, persistent left superior vena cava, and scimitar syndrome
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII, 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 12:490-1. 2011
    ..We report a case of an unusual congenital triad consisting of absence of coronary sinus, persistent left superior vena cava and scimitar syndrome incidentally found in a CT-scan performed on a female complaining of exertional dyspnea...
  27. ncbi Coming of age: coronary computed tomography angiography
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA
    J Thorac Imaging 25:221-30. 2010
    ..In this article, appropriate clinical indications, diagnostic performance, current clinical applications, prognostic value, and cost-effectiveness of CCTA are reviewed...
  28. ncbi [Detection and characterization of pulmonary nodules using multislice computed tomography]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Radiologia 49:237-46. 2007
    ..This article discusses the most important aspects involved in the use of multislice computed tomography in the noninvasive detection and characterization of pulmonary nodules...
  29. ncbi [Multislice CT of the heart: clinical applications]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra
    An Sist Sanit Navar 27:63-72. 2004
    ..Other clinical applications include the characterization of cardiac masses and the evaluation of the pericardium...
  30. ncbi [Screening for lung cancer with low-dose spiral CT: results in 150 asymptomatic subjects]
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiología Clínica Universitaria Facultad de Medicina Universidad de Navarra Pamplona Spain
    Med Clin (Barc) 121:41-7. 2003
    ..Our aim is to present initial baseline data from a screening trial on low-dose spiral computed tomography (CT). We describe enrollment criteria and a diagnostic algorithm based on initial low-dose CT findings...
  31. ncbi Radiologic screening for lung cancer
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Expert Rev Anticancer Ther 2:385-92. 2002
    ..Preliminary results are promising but the outstanding question is whether the magnitude of improvement is sufficient to affect a measurable reduction in lung cancer mortality?..
  32. ncbi Adenosine-stress dynamic myocardial volume perfusion imaging with second generation dual-source computed tomography: Concepts and first experiences
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    J Cardiovasc Comput Tomogr 4:127-35. 2010
    ....
  33. ncbi Coronary atherosclerosis in African American and white patients with acute chest pain: characterization with coronary CT angiography
    John W Nance
    Heart and Vascular Center, Medical University of South Carolina, Ashley River Tower, 25 Courtenay Dr, MSC 226, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Radiology 260:373-80. 2011
    ..To use coronary computed tomographic (CT) angiography to compare the prevalence, extent, and composition of coronary atherosclerotic lesions in African American and white patients with acute chest pain...
  34. ncbi Assessing the relationship between lung cancer risk and emphysema detected on low-dose CT of the chest
    Juan P de Torres
    Department of Respiratory Diseases, University Clinic of Navarra, University of Navarra, Navarra, Spain
    Chest 132:1932-8. 2007
    ..Identification of risk factors for lung cancer can help in selecting patients who may benefit the most from smoking cessation interventions, early detection, or chemoprevention...
  35. ncbi Emphysema presence, severity, and distribution has little impact on the clinical presentation of a cohort of patients with mild to moderate COPD
    Juan P de Torres
    Department of Pulmonology, University Clinic of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Chest 139:36-42. 2011
    ..The objective of this study was to describe emphysema presence, severity, and distribution and its impact on clinical presentation of patients with mild to moderate COPD...
  36. ncbi CT signs of right ventricular dysfunction: prognostic role in acute pulmonary embolism
    Doo Kyoung Kang
    Heart and Vascular Center, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina 29425, USA
    JACC Cardiovasc Imaging 4:841-9. 2011
    ....
  37. ncbi Dual-energy CT of the heart--principles and protocols
    Florian Schwarz
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, 25 Courtenay Drive, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Eur J Radiol 68:423-33. 2008
    ....
  38. ncbi Relationship between coronary artery disease and epicardial adipose tissue quantification at cardiac CT: comparison between automatic volumetric measurement and manual bidimensional estimation
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Ashley River Tower, 25 Courtenay Drive, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Acad Radiol 17:727-34. 2010
    ....
  39. ncbi Dual-energy computed tomography for integrative imaging of coronary artery disease: principles and clinical applications
    Doo Kyoung Kang
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Semin Ultrasound CT MR 31:276-91. 2010
    ....
  40. ncbi Evaluation of micro-CT for emphysema assessment in mice: comparison with non-radiological techniques
    Xabier Artaechevarria
    Cancer Imaging Laboratory, Oncology Division, Center for Applied Medical Research, University of Navarra, 55 Pio XII, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 21:954-62. 2011
    ....
  41. ncbi Dual-source CT coronary angiogram in heart transplant recipients in comparison with dobutamine stress echocardiography for detection of cardiac allograft vasculopathy
    Stefano Mastrobuoni
    Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII 36, 31008, Pamplona, Spain
    Transplantation 87:587-90. 2009
    ..DSCT allowed detection of more patients with CAV than DSE. Four patients showed significant CAV at DSCT compared with two at DSE. Thirteen patients showed initial signs of disease at DSCT despite a normal DSE...
  42. ncbi Robust, standardized quantification of pulmonary emphysema in low dose CT exams
    Mario Ceresa
    Cancer Imaging Laboratory, Oncology Division, Center for Applied Medical Research, University of Navarra, 55 Pio XII, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Acad Radiol 18:1382-90. 2011
    ..The platform standardizes emphysema measurements against changes in the reconstruction algorithm and slice thickness...
  43. ncbi High-temporal resolution dual-energy computed tomography of the heart using a novel hybrid image reconstruction algorithm: initial experience
    John William Nance
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    J Comput Assist Tomogr 35:119-25. 2011
    ..We evaluated a reconstruction algorithm that preserves high temporal resolution at cardiac DECT...
  44. ncbi Allograft morphology and function in heart transplant recipients surviving more than 15 years by magnetic resonance imaging and dual-source computed tomography
    Stefano Mastrobuoni
    Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 40:e62-6. 2011
    ....
  45. ncbi Diagnostic yield of electromagnetic navigation bronchoscopy is highly dependent on the presence of a Bronchus sign on CT imaging: results from a prospective study
    Luis M Seijo
    Departamento de neumologia, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Chest 138:1316-21. 2010
    ..We sought to determine whether the presence of a bronchus sign on CT imaging conditions diagnostic yield of ENB and might account for the discrepancy between successful navigation and diagnostic yield...
  46. ncbi Foot or hand malformations related to deep venous system anomalies of the lower limb in Klippel-Trénaunay syndrome
    Pedro Redondo
    Department of Dermatology, Unit of Vascular Malformations, University Clinic of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    J Am Acad Dermatol 61:621-8. 2009
    ..Deep venous system (DVS) anomalies are reported to be present in 8% to 18% of patients with KTS; approximately 25% of patients with KTS have hand or foot malformations...
  47. ncbi CT of coronary artery disease
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Division of Cardiology, Medical University of South Carolina, Ashley River Tower, MSC 226, 25 Courtenay Dr, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Radiology 253:317-38. 2009
    ....
  48. ncbi Adenosine-stress dynamic myocardial CT perfusion imaging: initial clinical experience
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA
    Invest Radiol 45:306-13. 2010
    ....
  49. ncbi Intra-atrial course of the right coronary artery demonstrated at computed tomography coronary angiography
    Yeong Shyan Lee
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    J Thorac Imaging 25:W115-7. 2010
    ..We present a case of intra-atrial course of the right coronary artery noninvasively diagnosed by dual-source computed tomography coronary angiography...
  50. ncbi Non-electrocardiogram-gated multidetector-row computed tomography findings of cardiac pathology in oncologic patients
    Maria Lourdes Díaz
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Navarra, Spain
    Curr Probl Diagn Radiol 38:206-17. 2009
    ..An adequate knowledge of the patient's medical history, previous treatments, and concomitant illnesses is essential to interpret heart findings in oncologic patients who undergo MDCT...
  51. ncbi Reproducibility of automated noncalcified coronary artery plaque burden assessment at coronary CT angiography
    Kevin N Blackmon
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    J Thorac Imaging 24:96-102. 2009
    ..To evaluate the accuracy and effect on interreader reproducibility of automated versus manual volumetric quantification of noncalcified coronary artery plaque burden at coronary computed tomography angiography...
  52. ncbi Cardiac CT in the assessment of acute chest pain in the emergency department
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Ashley River Tower, MSC 226, 25 Courtenay Dr, Charleston, SC 29425, USA
    AJR Am J Roentgenol 193:397-409. 2009
    ....
  53. ncbi Efficacy and safety of microfoam sclerotherapy in a patient with Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome and a patent foramen ovale
    Pedro Redondo
    Unit of Vascular Malformations, Department of Dermatology, University Clinic of Navarra, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Arch Dermatol 145:1147-51. 2009
    ..Although foam-induced microembolism is a common phenomenon during sclerotherapy, in this report we demonstrate that polidocanol microfoam prepared with a low-nitrogen gas mixture is safe in a patient with a patent foramen ovale...
  54. ncbi Multidetector computed tomography findings of dense pulmonary emboli in oncologic patients
    Alberto Villanueva
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Curr Probl Diagn Radiol 38:251-63. 2009
    ..We provide examples of dense linear nonvascular images (pulmonary calcification secondary to tuberculosis (TBC) or radiotherapy, calcified mucous plugs, lung sutures, etc) that may mimic DEPA...
  55. ncbi Computer-aided detection of pulmonary embolism at CT pulmonary angiography: can it improve performance of inexperienced readers?
    Kevin N Blackmon
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Ashley River Tower, MSC 226 25 Courtenay Drive, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Eur Radiol 21:1214-23. 2011
    ..To evaluate the effect of a computer-aided detection (CAD) algorithm on the performance of novice readers for detection of pulmonary embolism (PE) at CT pulmonary angiography (CTPA)...
  56. ncbi Early lung cancer detection using spiral computed tomography and positron emission tomography
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, , Avda. Pio XII, 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Am J Respir Crit Care Med 171:1378-83. 2005
    ..CONCLUSION: A protocol for early lung cancer detection using spiral CT and FDG-PET is useful and may minimize unnecessary invasive procedures for benign lesions...
  57. ncbi Integrative computed tomographic imaging of cardiac structure, function, perfusion, and viability
    Christian Thilo
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Cardiol Rev 18:219-29. 2010
    ..Recent technical developments hold promise for accomplishing this goal and establishing MDCT as a comprehensive stand-alone test for integrative imaging of coronary heart disease...
  58. ncbi Coronary CT angiography: applications
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Ashley River Tower, MSC 226, 25 Courtenay Drive, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Radiol Clin North Am 47:91-107. 2009
    ..While significant obstacles still remain to be overcome, coronary CT angiography is closer than ever to fulfilling its promise of replacing invasive techniques in appropriate patient populations...
  59. ncbi CT of Coronary Heart Disease: Part 1, CT of Myocardial Infarction, Ischemia, and Viability
    Rozemarijn Vliegenthart
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Ashley River Tower, 25 Courtenay Dr, Charleston, SC 29425 2260
    AJR Am J Roentgenol 198:531-47. 2012
    ..These advancements hold promise for eventually accomplishing the goal of comprehensively evaluating coronary heart disease with a single noninvasive modality...
  60. ncbi Comparison of dual-energy computed tomography of the heart with single photon emission computed tomography for assessment of coronary artery stenosis and of the myocardial blood supply
    Balazs Ruzsics
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
    Am J Cardiol 104:318-26. 2009
    ....
  61. ncbi Computed tomographic appearance of chest ports and catheters: a pictorial review for noninterventional radiologists
    Maria Lourdes Díaz
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Curr Probl Diagn Radiol 38:99-110. 2009
    ..Appropriate window values and multi-plane CT reconstructions are useful in the diagnosis of CR-related complications...
  62. ncbi Migrating azygos vein and vanishing azygos lobe: MDCT findings
    Alberto Villanueva
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, 36 Avenida Pío XII, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    AJR Am J Roentgenol 194:599-603. 2010
    ..All patients had repeated episodes of cough, vomiting, and a short mesoazygos. CONCLUSION: Pneumothorax, increased intrathoracic pressure, and a short mesoazygos, in combination or alone, are the main factors in azygos vein migration...
  63. ncbi [Preliminary experience with the use of electromagnetic navigation for the diagnosis of peripheral pulmonary nodules and enlarged mediastinal lymph nodes]
    Luis M Seijo
    Departamento de neumologia, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Navarra, Espana
    Arch Bronconeumol 43:460-3. 2007
    ..Electromagnetic navigation can obviate the need for more invasive diagnostic procedures such as surgery, thus saving time and money and avoiding complications...
  64. ncbi Evolving CT applications in ischemic heart disease
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, 25 Courtenay Drive, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
    Semin Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 20:380-92. 2008
    ..In this article, basic concepts, technical advances, appropriate clinical indications, and current clinical role of cardiac MDCT in this specific clinical scenario are reviewed...
  65. ncbi Practical strategies for low radiation dose cardiac computed tomography
    Thomas Henzler
    Heart and Vascular Center, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA
    J Thorac Imaging 25:213-20. 2010
    ..This study reviews currently available strategies for successfully reducing radiation dose in cardiac CT...
  66. ncbi Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) in the treatment of venous symptomatic chronic portal thrombosis in non-cirrhotic patients
    Jose I Bilbao
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida PIO XII no 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 27:474-80. 2004
    ..All patients underwent a TIPS procedure in order to maintain the patency of the portal vein by facilitating the outflow...
  67. ncbi Treatment of ureteroarterial fistulae with covered vascular endoprostheses and ureteral occlusion
    Jose I Bilbao
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida de Pio XII 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 28:159-63. 2005
    ..Five conditions that can predispose to the development of this uncommon entity have been described: prior pelvic surgery, prolonged ureteral stenting, radiation therapy, previous vascular surgery and vascular pathology...
  68. ncbi Does the shape of the L5 vertebral body depend on the height of CT slices in the pedicle? Evaluation of the shape of the L5 vertebral body with a multicut CT scan
    Matias Alfonso
    Orthopedic Surgery Department, University Clinic of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 33:E1-5. 2008
    ..The shape of the L5 vertebral body was analyzed using a computerized tomography (CT) scan...
  69. ncbi Longitudinal study of a mouse model of chronic pulmonary inflammation using breath hold gated micro-CT
    Xabier Artaechevarria
    Cancer Imaging Laboratory, Oncology Division, Center for Applied Medical Research, University of Navarra, 55 Pio XII, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Radiol 20:2600-8. 2010
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  70. ncbi [Imaging modalities in cardiology: the present answers to permanent questions]
    J Barba
    Departamento de Cardiologia y Cirugia Cardiovascular, Clinica Universitaria, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona
    Rev Med Univ Navarra 49:31-40. 2005
    ..Also positron emission tomography (PET) is useful in the study of perfusion, metabolism, patients selection for revascularization, and in translational research in transgenic animal models...
  71. ncbi The role of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt prior to abdominal tumoral surgery in cirrhotic patients with portal hypertension
    A Gil
    Department of General Surgery, Clinica Universitaria of Navarra, 31008 Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Eur J Surg Oncol 30:46-52. 2004
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  72. ncbi [Dual-source computed tomography in inpatients with atypical chest pain]
    M Arraiza
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Espana
    Radiologia 51:568-76. 2009
    ..To evaluate the potential usefulness of dual-source CT (DSCT) in the diagnostic work-up of inpatients with atypical chest pain of unknown etiology...
  73. ncbi Preoperative planning of deep inferior epigastric artery perforator flap reconstruction with multislice-CT angiography: imaging findings and initial experience
    A Alonso-Burgos
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Avda Pio XII 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 59:585-93. 2006
    ..The objective of this report is to demonstrate the usefulness of multislice-CT (MSCT) angiography for preoperative planning in patients undergoing DIEAP flap reconstruction...
  74. ncbi Ileal carcinoid tumor with liver metastases and cardiac involvement treated with intraarterial liposomal doxorubicin and valve replacement
    M Gonzalez Cao
    Medical Oncology Department, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    Clin Transl Oncol 8:369-71. 2006
    ..When tumors have a fast evolution a multidisciplinary approach must be perform. This case report is an example of this specific situation...
  75. ncbi [Dual-source CT coronary angiography: image quality and optimal reconstruction interval]
    G Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Espana
    Radiologia 51:376-84. 2009
    ..To evaluate the effect of average heart rate on the quality of images of the coronary arteries and to determine the optimal reconstruction interval in nonselected patients undergoing DSCT coronary imaging...
  76. ncbi Incidental dual source computed tomography imaging of ductal aortic coarctation, left subclavian artery stenosis and bicuspid aortic valve in a patient admitted for atypical chest pain
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Avenida Pio XII, 36 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 7:504-5. 2008
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  77. ncbi New techniques for the evaluation and therapeutic planning of patients with Klippel-Trénaunay syndrome
    Gorka Bastarrika
    Department of Radiology, University Clinic of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    J Am Acad Dermatol 56:242-9. 2007
    ..Plain films, sonograms, conventional venograms, and arteriograms have been employed for the evaluation of the disease...
  78. ncbi [Basic principles of cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR): sequences, acquisition planes and study protocol]
    C Hernandez
    Servicio de Radiologia, Clinica Universitaria de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    An Sist Sanit Navar 30:405-18. 2007
    ..The clinical usefulness of anatomical, functional, and flow quantification sequences are discussed, conventional CMR acquisition planes are described, and an easy CMR study protocol is proposed...
  79. ncbi Factors determining early adherence to a lung cancer screening protocol
    U Montes
    Pulmonary Medicine, Clinical University, University of Navarra, Avenida Pio XII 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
    Eur Respir J 30:532-7. 2007
    ..The present study suggests the need to develop new strategies, especially those targeting males and subjects with low risk perception, in order to improve adherence...
  80. ncbi Preoperative planning of DIEP and SGAP flaps: preliminary experience with magnetic resonance angiography using 3-tesla equipment and blood-pool contrast medium
    Alberto Alonso-Burgos
    Department of Radiology, Clinica Universitaria, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
    J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 63:298-304. 2010
    ..The aim of this report is to show the usefulness of angio-MR technique for preoperative planning of DIEP and SGAP flaps. Initial experience, surgical findings correlation and imaging findings will be described...
  81. ncbi Sequential activation of ground pads reduces skin heating during radiofrequency tumor ablation: in vivo porcine results
    David J Schutt
    Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29403 USA
    IEEE Trans Biomed Eng 57:746-53. 2010
    ..9 +/- 0.3, 5.6 +/- 0.3, and 7.5 +/- 0.6 cm, respectively. Sequential activation of multiple ground pads results in significantly lower skin temperatures and less severe burns, as measured by histological examination...