Gender distribution of North American professional radiology society award recipients.

PURPOSE: Women remain underrepresented in radiology and there is a paucity of literature examining the recognition of their professional contributions to the discipline. The purpose of this study was to examine the gender distribution of award winners across all North American radiology societies. METHODS: The gender distribution of 1923 award recipients from 21 North American radiology societies between 1960 and 2021 was examined. Awards were divided into four categories: leadership, teaching, contribution to radiology, and promising new/young societal member. Primary outcome was the total proportion of awards received by gender. All data was compared to the gender distribution of working radiologists in North America. RESULTS: A total of 1923 award recipients were identified between 1960 and 2021. Seventy-nine percent of award recipients were men (n = 1527) and 21 % were women (n = 396). As of 1970, the proportion of women award recipients increased 0.55 % ± 0.07 % each year. The proportion of women receiving radiological awards after 2018 is equal to or surpassing the percentage of women radiologists. Women received 36.4 % of leadership, 33.6 % of promising new member, 30.1 % of teaching, and 14.4 % of lifetime contribution awards. CONCLUSIONS: In the last five years, the proportion of women receiving awards was equal to or greater than the proportion of women radiologists. Women received more leadership awards and fewer lifetime contributor awards compared to men.

Analysis of Internet-Based Search Patterns Utilized by Glioma Patients as Information Source.

The aim of this study is to assess the Internet usage pattern amongst glioma patients and to characterize its impact in their decision-making and clinical interactions. Glioma patients attending a tertiary cancer center between June and December 2019 were invited to participate in this study. A 26-item survey consisting of closed and open-ended questions was distributed with a unique identifier. Quantitative data were analyzed with descriptive statistics using SPSS Statistical package, and qualitative data with grounded theory approach. Thirty-two patients completed the survey. Demographics varied in age, time since diagnosis, glioma type, and level of education. Eighty-one percent were identified as "Internet users" who sought online glioma information. Google was the most popular search engine (96%), with "glioma" being the most frequent search term. The selection of websites often relied on perceived credibility and top search hits. The most searched topic was prognosis (73%). The majority of patients found that online information was easy to understand, and this did not vary significantly amongst age groups. Website quality was always assessed by 60% of patients. Only 62% patients found the Internet a useful resource, and 70% patients found it facilitated their understanding. Most patients discussed their Internet findings with a physician, largely regarding concerns about reliability. There is variable glioma information available online. Patients with glioma use the Internet as a resource, with variable impact on their interactions and decision-making. This information can be used by physicians, educators, and website developers to support glioma patients' needs.

Emergence of cutaneous Rosai-Dorfman disease during immunosuppressive treatment of follicular B-cell lymphoma: A case report.

BACKGROUND: Sinus histiocytosis with massive lymphadenopathy, also known as Rosai-Dorfman disease, is a rare proliferation of non-Langerhans histiocytes. Cutaneous Rosai-Dorfman disease is a rare subtype of Rosai-Dorfman disease limited to the skin with variable clinical presentation. CASE SUMMARY: A 59-year-old female with a history of osteoarthritis, hypothyroidism, and follicular B-cell lymphoma presented with pruritic, erythematous, dome-shaped papules that developed while on chemotherapy treatment. During cutaneous disease progression, the patient was further diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome. Histology review revealed patchy staining for S100 in the CD68+ histiocytes within the dermis with no enlarged histiocytes or emperipolesis. Given the absence of other findings, this was interpreted as cutaneous Rosai-Dorfman disease. CONCLUSION: There is still little known about the aetiology and pathogenesis of cutaneous Rosai-Dorfman disease. Non-specific immunohistochemistry in the midst of lymphoma, immunosuppressive treatments, and myelodysplastic syndrome produced a blurred diagnostic picture and delayed appropriate treatment, highlighting the diagnostic challenges of cutaneous Rosai-Dorfman disease.

Formula choices in infants with cow's milk allergy.

QUESTION: I frequently encounter infants with symptoms suggestive of allergy after being introduced to standard cow's milk formula. Parents are concerned and ask for recommendations regarding formula alternatives. Which formulas are best for children with cow's milk allergy? ANSWER: Cow's milk allergy is common, and the criterion standard for diagnosis is elimination, provocation (with a double-blind, placebo-controlled food challenge protocol), and re-elimination. The allergy is treated by eliminating cow's milk protein from the diet. Formula alternatives include hydrolyzed cow's milk formula, rice-based formula, soy-based formula, and amino acid-based formula, which are all nutritionally adequate alternatives to cow's milk formula. Symptom severity, patient preference, cost, and efficacy are factors to be considered when choosing an alternative.

Choix de laits maternisés pour les nourrissons allergiques au lait de vache.

QUESTION: Je vois fréquemment des nourrissons qui ont des symptômes laissant présager une allergie après l'introduction à une préparation standard à base de lait de vache. Les parents s'inquiètent et demandent des recommandations concernant les options de rechange à ce lait maternisé. Quelles sont les meilleures préparations pour les enfants allergiques au lait de vache? RÉPONSE: L'allergie au lait de vache est courante, et les critères habituels pour le diagnostic sont l'élimination, la provocation (au moyen d'un protocole de provocation alimentaire à double insu contre placebo) et la ré-élimination. L'allergie est traitée en éliminant de l'alimentation les protéines de lait de vache. Parmi les options de rechange à ce lait maternisé figurent les préparations au lait de vache hydrolysées, et les préparations à base de riz, de soja ou d'acides.