Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a common neuromuscular disorder, though many patients lack sufficient understanding of it. How can one determine if they have this condition, and what diagnostic methods are…
How does coronary artery stent intervention work?
Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is a common and serious cardiovascular condition caused by narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries. In addition to basic pharmacological treatments, revascularization therapy remains the…
Clinical Manifestations of Parkinson’s Disease Dementia (PDD)
1. OverviewAs early as 1877, Jean-Martin Charcot described cognitive and personality changes in Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients. However, Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD) gained significant attention only in the 1960s. Studies…
Parkinsonian Syndromes
Overview Parkinsonian syndromes are a clinical diagnostic concept used by neurologists to describe a group of disorders characterized by bradykinesia (slowed movement), along with other symptoms such as tremor, rigidity,…
Differential Diagnosis of Thyrotoxic Heart Disease in the Elderly
Clinical Features of Hyperthyroidism in the Elderly Hyperthyroidism in the elderly often presents atypically, lacking the classic triad of T3/T4 hypersecretion, goiter, and exophthalmos. Instead, it may manifest as isolated…
Differential Diagnosis of Mediastinal Mesenchymal Tumors and Other Tumors
Overview Mediastinal mesenchymal tumors may remain asymptomatic for years. Over 50% are incidentally detected via imaging, physical exams, or autopsy. Common symptoms include: Local symptoms: Chest pain, cough, dyspnea, dysphagia,…
Complications of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
HUS can cause extensive extrarenal damage, some of which may be life-threatening. However, with advancements in treatment, the mortality rate has decreased to below 10%, and only about 5% of…
Comparison of DCE-MRI and PET-CT in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Multiple Myeloma (MM)
1. Differences in Principles and Functionality DCE-MRI: Based on dynamic tracking of contrast agent distribution in tissues, it evaluates tumor vascular permeability, blood flow perfusion, and microcirculation features, emphasizing myeloma…
Role of DCE-MRI in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Multiple Myeloma (MM)
1. Assessing Tumor Angiogenesis and Activity DCE-MRI dynamically monitors the distribution and metabolism of contrast agents within tissues, reflecting tumor vascular permeability, blood flow perfusion, and microcirculation characteristics. This allows…
Expert Consensus on Whole-Body Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Multiple Myeloma
Author: China Medical Network Background and Significance Multiple myeloma (MM) is a hematologic malignancy characterized by clonal plasma cell proliferation.Whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (WB-MRI) is recognized by the International Myeloma…