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Mater Today Bio ; 26: 101094, 2024 Jun.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38854952

Cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury (CIRI) is a major challenge to neuronal survival in acute ischemic stroke (AIS). However, effective neuroprotective agents remain to be developed for the treatment of CIRI. In this work, we have developed an Anti-TRAIL protein-modified and indocyanine green (ICG)-responsive nanoagent (Anti-TRAIL-ICG) to target ischemic areas and then reduce CIRI and rescue the ischemic penumbra. In vitro and in vivo experiments have demonstrated that the carrier-free nanoagent can enhance drug transport across the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in stroke mice, exhibiting high targeting ability and good biocompatibility. Anti-TRAIL-ICG nanoagent played a better neuroprotective role by reducing apoptosis and ferroptosis, and significantly improved ischemia-reperfusion injury. Moreover, the multimodal imaging platform enables the dynamic in vivo examination of multiple morphofunctional information, so that the dynamic molecular events of nanoagent can be detected continuously and in real time for early treatment in transient middle cerebral artery occlusion (tMCAO) models. Furthermore, it has been found that Anti-TRAIL-ICG has great potential in the functional reconstruction of neurovascular networks through optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA). Taken together, our work effectively alleviates CIRI after stoke by blocking multiple cell death pathways, which offers an innovative strategy for harnessing the apoptosis and ferroptosis against CIRI.

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Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A ; 121(25): e2322403121, 2024 Jun 18.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38865273

Fluorine magnetic resonance imaging (19F-MRI) is particularly promising for biomedical applications owing to the absence of fluorine in most biological systems. However, its use has been limited by the lack of safe and water-soluble imaging agents with high fluorine contents and suitable relaxation properties. We report innovative 19F-MRI agents based on supramolecular dendrimers self-assembled by an amphiphilic dendrimer composed of a hydrophobic alkyl chain and a hydrophilic dendron. Specifically, this amphiphilic dendrimer bears multiple negatively charged terminals with high fluorine content, which effectively prevented intra- and intermolecular aggregation of fluorinated entities via electrostatic repulsion. This permitted high fluorine nuclei mobility alongside good water solubility with favorable relaxation properties for use in 19F-MRI. Importantly, the self-assembling 19F-MRI agent was able to encapsulate the near-infrared fluorescence (NIRF) agent DiR and the anticancer drug paclitaxel for multimodal 19F-MRI and NIRF imaging of and theranostics for pancreatic cancer, a deadly disease for which there remains no adequate early detection method or efficacious treatment. The 19F-MRI and multimodal 19F-MRI and NIRF imaging studies on human pancreatic cancer xenografts in mice confirmed the capability of both imaging modalities to specifically image the tumors and demonstrated the efficacy of the theranostic agent in cancer treatment, largely outperforming the clinical anticancer drug paclitaxel. Consequently, these dendrimer nanosystems constitute promising 19F-MRI agents for effective cancer management. This study offers a broad avenue to the construction of 19F-MRI agents and theranostics, exploiting self-assembling supramolecular dendrimer chemistry.


Dendrimers , Fluorine , Theranostic Nanomedicine , Dendrimers/chemistry , Animals , Theranostic Nanomedicine/methods , Humans , Mice , Fluorine/chemistry , Paclitaxel/chemistry , Paclitaxel/therapeutic use , Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods , Cell Line, Tumor , Pancreatic Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging , Pancreatic Neoplasms/drug therapy , Pancreatic Neoplasms/therapy , Fluorine-19 Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods , Mice, Nude , Contrast Media/chemistry
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Int J Pharm ; 660: 124335, 2024 Jun 17.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38897488

Nanoparticle-mediated thermotherapeutic research strives innovative, multifunctional, efficient, and safe treatments. Our study introduces a novel nanoplatform: the hollow magnetic vortex nanorings within a polydopamine layer (HMVNp), which exhibit dual functionality as magnetic and photothermal agents. Utilizing a "Dual-mode" approach, combining an alternating magnetic field (AMF) with near-infrared (NIR) laser irradiation, HMVNp demonstrated a significant enhancement in heating efficacy (58 ± 8 %, SAR = 1441 vs 1032 W/g) over traditional solid magnetite nanoparticles coated with polydopamine (SMNp). The unique geometry larger surface area to volume ratio facilitates efficient magnetic vortex dynamics and enhanced heat transfer. Addressing the challenge of heat resistant heat shock protein (Hsp) expression, encapsulated quercetin (Q) within HMVNp leverages tumor acidity and dual-mode thermal therapy to enhance release, showing a 28.8 ± 6.81 % increase in Q loading capacity compared to traditional SMNp. Moreover, HMVNp significantly improves contrast for both magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and photoacoustic imaging (PAI), with an approximately 62 % transverse relaxation (R2 = 81.5 vs 31.6 mM-1s-1 [Fe]). In vivo studies showed that while single treatments slowed tumor growth, dual-mode therapy with quercetin significantly reduced tumors and effectively prevented metastases. Our study highlights the potential of HMVNp/Q as a versatile agent in thermotherapeutic interventions, offering improved diagnostic imaging capabilities.

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Cureus ; 16(5): e60755, 2024 May.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38903341

Congenital simple hamartoma of the retinal pigment epithelium (CSHRPE) is a rare benign tumor often detected incidentally during routine eye exams. We present a case of multifocal CSHRPE in a 32-year-old Hispanic woman, emphasizing the diagnostic challenges posed by its presentation and the pivotal role of multimodal imaging in accurate diagnosis. Despite initial difficulties due to a history of trauma and pigmented fundus, advanced imaging techniques, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), OCT angiography (OCTA), fluorescein angiography (FA), and indocyanine green angiography (ICGA), facilitated a precise diagnosis. Notably, OCTA revealed high signal intensity and flow at the largest nodule site while FA and ICGA exhibited characteristic blockage patterns. Moreover, smaller nodules exhibited OCT findings supporting the theory of islands of retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cells proliferating ectopically within the retina. Our case underscores the importance of comprehensive imaging assessment in distinguishing CSHRPE from other lesions, contributing to a deeper understanding of this rare ocular condition.

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World J Clin Cases ; 12(16): 2722-2728, 2024 Jun 06.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38899310

BACKGROUND: Giant cell tumor of bone is a locally aggressive and rarely metastasizing tumor, and also a potential malignant tumor that may develop into a primary malignant giant cell tumor. AIM: To evaluate the role of multimodal imaging in the diagnosis of giant cell tumors of bone. METHODS: The data of 32 patients with giant cell tumor of bone confirmed by core-needle biopsy or surgical pathology at our hospital between March 2018 and March 2023 were retrospectively selected. All the patients with giant cell tumors of the bone were examined by X-ray, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and 7 of them were examined by positron emission tomography (PET)-CT. RESULTS: X-ray imaging can provide overall information on giant cell tumor lesions. CT and MRI can reveal the characteristics of the internal structure of the tumor as well as the adjacent relationships of the tumor, and these methods have unique advantages for diagnosing tumors and determining the scope of surgery. PET-CT can detect small lesions and is highly valuable for identifying benign and malignant tumors to aid in the early diagnosis of metastasis. CONCLUSION: Multimodal imaging plays an important role in the diagnosis of giant cell tumor of bone and can provide a reference for the treatment of giant cell tumors.

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Ophthalmol Ther ; 2024 Jun 04.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38833127

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in the elderly, with dry AMD (d-AMD) leading to geographic atrophy (GA) and significant visual impairment. Multimodal imaging plays a crucial role in d-AMD diagnosis and management, allowing for detailed classification of patient phenotypes and aiding in treatment planning and prognosis determination. Treatment approaches for d-AMD have recently witnessed profound change with the development of specific drugs targeting the complement cascade, with the first anticomplement agents recently approved for GA treatment. Additionally, emerging strategies such as gene therapy and laser treatments may offer potential benefits, though further research is needed to fully establish their efficacy. However, the lack of effective therapies capable of restoring damaged retinal cells remains a major challenge. In the future, genetic treatments aimed at preventing the progression of d-AMD may emerge as a powerful approach. Currently, however, their development is still in the early stages.

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Front Oncol ; 14: 1346407, 2024.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38841160

Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) is one of the most common malignant neoplasms. With the advancement of technology, the precision of radiotherapy (RT) for HCC has considerably increased, and it is an indispensable modality in the comprehensive management of HCC. Some RT techniques increase the radiation dose to HCC, which decreases the radiation dose delivered to the surrounding normal liver tissue. This approach significantly improves the efficacy of HCC treatment and reduces the incidence of Radiation-induced Liver Disease (RILD). Clear imaging and precise determination of the Gross Target Volume (GTV) are prerequisites of precise RT of HCC. The main hindrances in determining the HCC GTV include indistinct tumor boundaries on imaging and the impact on respiratory motion. The integration of multimodal imaging, four-dimensional imaging, and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques can help overcome challenges for HCC GTV. In this article, the advancements in medical imaging and precise determination for HCC GTV have been reviewed, providing a framework for the precise RT of HCC.

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Cureus ; 16(5): e59791, 2024 May.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38846191

We report four cases of syphilitic uveitis with diverse clinical presentations. All patients were men who have sex with women, and were aged 19-68 years, and none were HIV-positive. All cases were bilateral. One case presented with anterior uveitis, while three exhibited panuveitis. One patient had acute syphilitic posterior placoid chorioretinitis and two had retinal vasculitis resulting in damage to the outer retinal and retinal pigment epithelium. The rapid plasma reagin (RPR) test and Treponema pallidum (TP) hemagglutination test were both positive in all cases. Six of eight eyes had improved vision and best-corrected visual acuity better than 20/20 after antibiotic treatment. Serological testing is mandatory for the diagnosis of syphilitic uveitis. Additionally, multimodal imaging, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), fundus autofluorescence (FAF), and fluorescein angiography (FA), can provide useful adjunctive information for early diagnosis and assessment of treatment response.

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Pediatr Cardiol ; 2024 Jun 06.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38842557

Pulmonary vein stenosis (PVS) is a rare, serious, and progressive disease in the pediatric population. Evaluation is complex and involves multimodality imaging. Diagnosis is important as early treatment to prevent progressive pulmonary hypertension and right ventricular dysfunction is essential. Adult studies have shown good correlation between various imaging modalities; however, there are limited data in children. This is a single-center retrospective pilot study to determine the reliability of measurement of pulmonary vein stenosis and pulmonary hypertension across different imaging modalities-computed tomography angiography (CTA), echocardiography (echo), lung perfusion scan (LPS), and cardiac catheterization (cath). PVS was defined as > 2 mmHg by echo and cath and/or 50% reduction in diameter by CTA. Patients had to have an echo, CTA and cath performed within a 1-month timeframe of one another to be included in the study, with LPS data included if testing was completed at initial evaluation. Fifteen total patients were enrolled; 87% were categorized as primary PVS; a condition not directly related to direct injury or prior surgical intervention. Twenty-seven total stenotic pulmonary veins were identified (mean 1.8, range 1-4). CTA had a slightly better agreement with cath than echo in identifying PVS in different vein locations except in the LLPV. Additionally, echo and CTA had excellent sensitivity (91%) and specificity (100%) compared to cath for diagnosis of PH. We conclude that non-invasive imaging of echo and CTA has an acceptable correlation to cardiac catheterization for screening and initial evaluation of PVS and PH, as directly related to PVS, in pediatrics.

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Exp Neurol ; 378: 114843, 2024 Aug.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38823675

Poststroke neuroinflammation exacerbates disease progression. [11C]PK11195-positron emission tomography (PET) imaging has been used to visualize neuroinflammation; however, its short half-life of 20 min limits its clinical use. [123I]CLINDE has a longer half-life (13h); therefore, [123I]CLINDE-single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) imaging is potentially more practical than [11C]PK11195-PET imaging in clinical settings. The objectives of this study were to 1) validate neuroinflammation imaging using [123I]CLINDE and 2) investigate the mechanisms underlying stroke in association with neuroinflammation using multimodal techniques, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), gas-PET, and histological analysis, in a rat model of ischemic stroke, that is, permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion (pMCAo). At 6 days post-pMCAo, [123I]CLINDE-SPECT considerably corresponded to the immunohistochemical images stained with the CD68 antibody (a marker for microglia/microphages), comparable to the level observed in [11C]PK11195-PET images. In addition, the [123I]CLINDE-SPECT images corresponded well with autoradiography images. Rats with severe infarcts, as defined by MRI, exhibited marked neuroinflammation in the peri-infarct area and less neuroinflammation in the ischemic core, accompanied by a substantial reduction in the cerebral metabolic rate of oxygen (CMRO2) in 15O-gas-PET. Rats with moderate-to-mild infarcts exhibited neuroinflammation in the ischemic core, where CMRO2 levels were mildly reduced. This study demonstrates that [123I]CLINDE-SPECT imaging is suitable for neuroinflammation imaging and that the distribution of neuroinflammation varies depending on the severity of infarction.


Disease Models, Animal , Tomography, Emission-Computed, Single-Photon , Animals , Rats , Tomography, Emission-Computed, Single-Photon/methods , Male , Rats, Sprague-Dawley , Neuroinflammatory Diseases/diagnostic imaging , Neuroinflammatory Diseases/pathology , Neuroinflammatory Diseases/metabolism , Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods , Stroke/diagnostic imaging , Stroke/pathology , Stroke/metabolism , Infarction, Middle Cerebral Artery/diagnostic imaging , Infarction, Middle Cerebral Artery/pathology , Infarction, Middle Cerebral Artery/metabolism , Positron-Emission Tomography/methods , Brain/diagnostic imaging , Brain/metabolism , Brain/pathology
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Int Med Case Rep J ; 17: 597-602, 2024.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38895178

Introduction: This study presents a rare case of multiple evanescent white dot syndrome (MEWDS) with atypical electrooculogram (EOG) findings, as well as abnormal en-face images of minimum intensity projection (Min-IP) and the en-face inner segment/outer segment-ellipsoid complex. Methods: A 25-year-old female patient presented with painless visual impairment and photopsia in her right eye for a duration of two days. Multimodal imaging was employed including color fundus photography (CFP), fundus autofluorescence (FAF), spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT), and optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), and en-face images of Min-IP and the en-face inner segment/outer segment-ellipsoid complex were performed. Results: In the right eye, multifocal small white spots were observed surrounding the posterior pole and optic disc of retina with the granular appearance of the fovea. FAF displayed of hyperfluorescence. SD-OCT appearance of MEWDS demonstrated primarily disrupted ellipsoid zone (EZ), photoreceptor outer segments, and interdigitation zone (IZ) complex within the fovea. The en-face images of the inner segment/outer segment-ellipsoid complex and Min-IP exhibited hyperreflective spots in the right eye. In the left eye, interestingly, hyperreflective spots were also observed on the en-face image of the inner segment/outer segment-ellipsoid complex. EOG revealed an Arden ratio of 2.5 for the right eye, while the left eye exhibited an Arden ratio of 1.7. Conclusion: The en-face image of the inner segment/outer segment-ellipsoid complex in MEWDS exhibits aberrant features and it is noteworthy that a similar alteration may occur in the fellow eye. Further investigation is required to explore the relationship between MEWDS and EOG. The en-face images of the inner segment/outer segment-ellipsoid complex and Min-IP may help to elucidate the pathogenesis of MEWDS.

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Adv Sci (Weinh) ; : e2401467, 2024 Jun 17.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38884161

Studying brain-wide hemodynamic responses to different stimuli at high spatiotemporal resolutions can help gain new insights into the mechanisms of neuro- diseases and -disorders. Nonetheless, this task is challenging, primarily due to the complexity of neurovascular coupling, which encompasses interdependent hemodynamic parameters including cerebral blood volume (CBV), cerebral blood flow (CBF), and cerebral oxygen saturation (SO2). The current brain imaging technologies exhibit inherent limitations in resolution, sensitivity, and imaging depth, restricting their capacity to comprehensively capture the intricacies of cerebral functions. To address this, a multimodal functional ultrasound and photoacoustic (fUSPA) imaging platform is reported, which integrates ultrafast ultrasound and multispectral photoacoustic imaging methods in a compact head-mountable device, to quantitatively map individual dynamics of CBV, CBF, and SO2 as well as contrast agent enhanced brain imaging at high spatiotemporal resolutions. Following systematic characterization, the fUSPA system is applied to study brain-wide cerebrovascular reactivity (CVR) at single-vessel resolution via relative changes in CBV, CBF, and SO2 in response to hypercapnia stimulation. These results show that cortical veins and arteries exhibit differences in CVR in the stimulated state and consistent anti-correlation in CBV oscillations during the resting state, demonstrating the multiparametric fUSPA system's unique capabilities in investigating complex mechanisms of brain functions.

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Sci Rep ; 14(1): 14369, 2024 06 22.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38909148

To define the characteristics of fundus manifestations in patients after SARS-CoV-2 infection with multimodal imaging techniques. This is a retrospective multicenter and multimodal imaging study including 90 patients. All patients with a visual complaint occurring immediately after SARS-CoV-2 infection were referred to six clinics between December 2022 and February 2023. Demographic information and the temporal relationship between SARS-CoV-2 infection and visual symptoms were documented. The characteristics of the fundus lesions were evaluated using multimodal imaging. Ninety patients from six hospitals were included in this study, including 24 males (26.67%) and 66 (73.33%) females. Seventy-eight patients (86.66%) (146 eyes) were diagnosed with Acute Macular Neuroretinopathy (AMN). The AMN patients were primarily young women (67.95%). Sixty-eight patients (87.18%) had AMN in both eyes. Thirty-eight eyes (24.36%) included Purtscher or Purtscher-like lesions. optical coherence tomography and infrared retinal photographs can show AMN lesions well. Eleven cases were diagnosed with simple Purtscher or Purtscher-like retinopathy (2 cases, 2.22%), Vogt‒Koyanagi‒Harada (VKH) syndrome or VKH-like uveitis (3 cases, 3.33%), multiple evanescent white-dot syndrome (MEWDS) (2 cases, 2.22%), and rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis (ROCM) (5 cases, 5.56%). After SARS-CoV-2 infection, diversified fundus lesions were evident in patients with visual complaints. In this report, AMN was the dominant manifestation, followed by Purtscher or Purtscher-like retinopathy, MEWDS, VKH-like uveitis, and ROCM.


COVID-19 , Fundus Oculi , Multimodal Imaging , SARS-CoV-2 , Tomography, Optical Coherence , Humans , COVID-19/diagnostic imaging , COVID-19/complications , Male , Female , Adult , Multimodal Imaging/methods , Retrospective Studies , Middle Aged , Tomography, Optical Coherence/methods , SARS-CoV-2/isolation & purification , Young Adult , Adolescent , Aged , Retinal Diseases/diagnostic imaging , Retinal Diseases/etiology , Child
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J Vitreoretin Dis ; 8(3): 234-246, 2024.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38770073

Purpose: Advancements in retinal imaging have augmented our understanding of the pathology and structure-function relationships of retinal disease. No single diagnostic test is sufficient; rather, diagnostic and management strategies increasingly involve the synthesis of multiple imaging modalities. Methods: This literature review and editorial offer practical clinical guidelines for how the retina specialist can use multimodal imaging to manage retinal conditions. Results: Various imaging modalities offer information on different aspects of retinal structure and function. For example, optical coherence tomography (OCT) and B-scan ultrasonography can provide insights into the microstructural anatomy; fluorescein angiography (FA), indocyanine green angiography (ICGA), and OCT angiography (OCTA) can reveal vascular integrity and perfusion status; and near-infrared reflectance and fundus autofluorescence (FAF) can characterize molecular components within tissues. Managing retinal vascular diseases often includes fundus photography, OCT, OCTA, and FA to evaluate for macular edema, retinal ischemia, and the secondary complications of neovascularization (NV). OCT and FAF play a key role in diagnosing and treating maculopathies. FA, OCTA, and ICGA can help identify macular NV, posterior uveitis, and choroidal venous insufficiency, which guides treatment strategies. Finally, OCT and B-scan ultrasonography can help with preoperative planning and prognostication in vitreoretinal surgical conditions. Conclusions: Today, the retina specialist has access to numerous retinal imaging modalities that can augment the clinical examination to help diagnose and manage retinal conditions. Understanding the capabilities and limitations of each modality is critical to maximizing its clinical utility.

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Drug Discov Today ; 29(7): 104029, 2024 May 16.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38762088

Conventional tumor diagnosis and treatment approaches have significant limitations in clinical application, whereas personalized theranostistic nanoplatforms can ensure advanced diagnosis, precise treatment, and even a good prognosis in cancer. Tumor microenvironment (TME)-targeted therapeutic strategies offer absolute advantages in all aspects compared to tumor cell-targeted therapeutic strategies. It is essential to create a TME-responsive all-in-one nanotheranostic platform to facilitate individualized tumor treatment. Based on the TME-responsive multifunctional nanotheranostic platform, we focus on the combined use of multimodal imaging and therapeutic protocols and summary and outlooks on the latest advanced nanomaterials and structures for creating the integrated nanotheranostic system based on material science, which provide insights and reflections on the development of innovative TME-targeting tools for cancer theranostics.

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Healthcare (Basel) ; 12(10)2024 May 14.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38786423

Diagnosing intracardiac masses poses a complex, multimodal challenge. We present the case of a 72-year-old woman with a history of rheumatic fever leading to mitral stenosis and a previous mitral valve commissurotomy who reported fatigue, weakness, and palpitations over the past three months. Echocardiography revealed a tumor (53 × 40 mm) in the enlarged left atrium, attached by a wide base to the left atrium wall, exhibiting variable densities. Computerized tomography identified a heterodense mass (53 × 46 × 37 mm) with similar attachments. Angiography showed two branches from the circumflex artery intricately associated with the mass. Despite unsuccessful embolization of the mass' blood supply, surgical intervention including mitral valve replacement, tricuspid valve annuloplasty, and tumor removal was pursued. Pathohistological analysis confirmed the mass as a thrombus. During the postoperative follow-up, the patient presented with no complaints. Follow-up echocardiography indicated the normal function of the mechanical mitral valve prosthesis and the absence of intracardiac masses. While it remains unknown whether this neovascularization is specific to patients with severe mitral valve disease, this case highlights the diagnostic challenges of differentiating between thrombi and tumors in the context of mitral valve disease. It illustrates the critical role of multimodal imaging in elucidating the anatomical and functional relationships within the heart, thereby guiding accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.

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Acta Biomater ; 2024 May 28.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38815685

Tumor starvation therapy utilizing glucose oxidase (GOx), has gained traction due to its non-invasive and bio-safe attributes. However, its effectiveness is often hampered by severe hypoxia in the tumor microenvironment (TME), limiting GOx's catalytic activity. To address this issue, a multifunctional nanosystem based on mesoporous polydopamine nanoparticles (MPDA NPs) was developled to alleviate TME hypoxia. This nanosystem integrated GOx modification and oxygenated perfluoropentane (PFP) encapsulation to address hypoxia-related challenges in the TME. Under NIR laser irradiation, the MPDA NPs exhibit significant photothermal conversion efficacy, activating targeted tumor photothermal therapy (PTT), while also serving as proficient photoacoustic (PA) imaging agents. The ensuing temperature rise facilitates oxygen (O2) release and induces liquid-gas conversion of PFP, generating microbubbles for enhanced ultrasound (US) imaging signals. The supplied oxygen alleviates local hypoxia, thereby enhancing GOx-mediated endogenous glucose consumption for tumor starvation. Overall, the integration of ultrasound/photoacoustic dual imaging-guided PTT and starvation therapy within MPDA-GOx@PFP@O2 nanoparticles (MGPO NPs) presents a promising platform for enhancing the efficacay of tumor treatment by overcoming the complexities of the TME. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: A multifunctional MPDA-based theranostic nanoagent was developed for US/PAI imaging-guided PTT and starvation therapy against tumor hypoxia by direct O2 delivery. The incorporation of oxygenated perfluoropentane (PFP) within the mesoporous structure of MGPO not only enables efficient US imaging but also helps in alleviating tumor hypoxia. Moreover, the strong near-infrared (NIR) absorption of MGPO NPs promote the generation of PFP microbubbles and release of oxygen, thereby enhancing US imaging and GOx-mediated starvation therapy. Such a multifunctional nanosystem leverages synergistic effects to enhance therapeutic efficacy while incorporating US/PA imaging for precise visualization of the tumor.

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JACC Case Rep ; 29(12): 102362, 2024 Jun 19.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38764570

Isolated apical ventricular hypoplasia is an extremely rare congenital heart disease. We describe 2 cases, each affecting a different side, presenting with unique clinical and imaging characteristics not hitherto delineated in the literature.

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Front Neurol ; 15: 1366593, 2024.
Article En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38715686

Highly myopic optic nerve head (ONH) abnormalities encompass a series of complications resulting from the stretching of papillary and peripapillary structures during significant axial elongation. The morphological changes in the ONH typically initiate with disk tilting or rotation, progressing to PHOMS and PPA. Tissue defects in each layer manifest as focal lamina cribrosa defects (FLDs), peripapillary intrachoroidal cavitations (PICCs), and acquired pits of the optic nerve (APON). Anterior vitreous/vascular traction and posterior scleral protrusion may lead to prelaminar schisis as well as paravascular cysts and holes, which can potentially develop into retinoschisis. Traditional color fundus photography (CFP) is often insufficient for visualizing most of these lesions, yet their description and quantification benefit significantly from the advancements in optical coherence tomography (OCT) and OCT angiography (OCTA), complemented by fundus autofluorescence (FAF), indocyanine green angiography (ICGA), and three-dimensional imaging. The effective diagnosis and classification of ONH abnormalities heavily rely on a comprehensive understanding of their multimodal imaging features, as outlined in this review. These findings provide valuable insights into optic neuropathy in high myopia, establishing a solid foundation for future endeavors in disease monitoring and treatment guidance.

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