Imaging Clues in Motor Neuron Disease

Host Dr. Lily Wang speaks with Dr. Aakanksha Sriwastwa about the clinical and imaging features of motor neuron diseases and CNS tractopathies. They explore how careful neuroanatomic understanding and MRI patterns help narrow the differential and guide diagnosis. Motor Neuron Diseases and Central Nervous System Tractopathies: Clinical-Radiologic Correlation and Diagnostic Approach. Desai et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(1):e240067.

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:670da000-bede-4b08-a9ed-aa555b7eaf6c-4" data-testid= "conversation-turn-10" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Dr. Bahar Mansoori explores how musculoskeletal complications from radiation therapy and immunotherapy can mimic metastatic disease and pose diagnostic challenges. She discusses key imaging patterns, pitfalls, and strategies radiologists can use to improve accuracy and patient care.   Musculoskeletal Complications of RadiationTherapy and Immunotherapy. Azhideh and Haseli et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(10):e250014. 

Dr. Cecil Wood discusses the RadioGraphics article "Internal Hernias after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: Clues to a Challenging Diagnosis", highlighting why these complex and potentially dangerous complications remain difficult to identify. He explains surgical anatomy, risk factors, and key CT signs, offering a systematic approach to improve diagnostic accuracy for radiologists. Internal Hernias after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass:Clues to a Challenging Diagnosis. Wood et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(10):e240197.  

Dr. Jack Jennings from Washington University in St. Louis discusses thermoprotection techniques for musculoskeletal ablation, highlighting strategies to safeguard vital structures during image-guided procedures. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience, he emphasizes both passive and active protective approaches that enhance safety and effectiveness in treating benign and malignant lesions. Thermal Protection Techniques for Image-guided Musculoskeletal Ablation. Thurlow et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(4):e240078.

Dr. Shravan Sridhar explores the evidence-based approach to transthoracic needle biopsy, covering indications, performance metrics, complications, and risk mitigation strategies. Listeners will gain practical insights on patient selection, technical considerations, and navigating controversial scenarios to optimize outcomes in clinical practice. Evidence-based Approach to Transthoracic Needle Biopsy: Procedural Techniques, Risks, and Controversies. Sridhar et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(9):e240094.

Drs. Sophia O'Brien Austin Pantel, explore the role of 18F-Fluoroestradiol (FES) PET-CT in the diagnosis and management of ER-positive breast cancer. They review key findings from their RadioGraphics article, discuss updates to national guidelines, and highlight how FES imaging improves patient care by assessing estrogen receptor expression across all sites of disease. 18F-Fluoroestradiol: Current Applications and Future Directions. O'Brien et al. RadioGraphics 2023; 43(3):e220143

Host Dr. Refky Nicola summarizes a recent review article from RadioGraphics. Find out how to stand out from the crowd and create your own outstanding exhibit.  Creating an Award-winning RSNA Education Exhibit. Albasha and Burkett et al. RadioGraphics 2022; 42:E106-E108.

Join Dr. Mana Moassefi from the Mayo Clinic as she explores how cognitive biases shape radiology practice and contribute to diagnostic errors. Highlighting practical debiasing strategies, she guides listeners through each stage of image interpretation to help radiologists move from biased to balanced readings. Spectrum of Cognitive Biasesin Diagnostic Radiology. Yoon and Lee et al. RadioGraphics 2024; 44(7):e230059.

Dr. Jennifer Weaver speaks with Dr. Yasha Gupta about the origins, structure, and impact of the RSNA Medical Student Task Force. They discuss the task force's initiatives, including scholarships, mentorship, and outreach programs, to engage and support medical students interested in radiology. RSNA Medical Student Task Force:A Success Story in MedicalStudent Initiatives. Anderson and Chang et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(7):e240253.  RSNA Volunteer Opportunities Directory 

Content Warning: This episode contains depictions of domestic violence, listener discretion is advised. Join hosts Dr. Jennifer Weaver and Dr. Jonathan Revels speak with Dr. Jamie Elifritz about the evolving role of postmortem CT in forensic medicine. Dr. Elifritz shares her experience in forensic imaging and highlights how postmortem CT can enhance death investigations, support legal processes, and improve public health insights. Postmortem CT: Applications in Clinical andForensic Medicine. Solomon et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(6):e240192.