Introduction The traditional concept of vasculogenesis in cancer maintains that malignant tumors prefer aerobic metabolism for growth. This theory posits that after continued proliferation, the tumor will “outgrow” its arterial vascular supply; as the resulting hypoxia ensues, the tumor will…
The use of image-guided interventional procedures has become ubiquitous in every hospital in the world. Although diagnostic imaging has improved the diagnosis of many disease processes and facilitated the implementation of patient treatment, interventional procedures have truly revolutionized the treatment…
Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have proven useful for the diagnosis of many peritoneal and mesenteric problems. Even in the absence of a primary peritoneal problem, many secondary signs that add valuable insights about other disorders may…
Computed tomography (CT) has grown quickly from an innovative specialized tool to a mainstay of medicine in every healthcare setting. Hospitals, outpatient clinics, and physician offices find CT to be an essential tool for patient diagnosis and management. Every year…