BACKGROUND Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma(EES)is a member of the Ewing sarcoma family of tumors which is pathologically known as a small,round,blue cell tumor involving bone and soft tissue.The prevalence of EES is only ...BACKGROUND Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma(EES)is a member of the Ewing sarcoma family of tumors which is pathologically known as a small,round,blue cell tumor involving bone and soft tissue.The prevalence of EES is only 15%-25%of all Ewing sarcoma and EES often occurs in patients aged from 20-mo-old to 30-yearsold resulting in an unfavorable prognosis.CASE SUMMARY The present case report described a 7-year-old patient with a palpable EES mass of 33 mm×27 mm×28 mm in the deep neck with symptoms of persistent dyspnea over the past 5 mo.After laboratory examinations,abnormal physiological and biochemical indicators were not found.Ultrasound images presented the mass to be complex,solid and fluid-filled with circumscribed margins and posterior acoustic enhancement.The mass also presented with partial internal vascularity.The contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging scan illustrated the outstanding enhancement with fast perfusion mode in the early arterial phase. CONCLUSIONOur study suggested that a quick-growing mass in the pediatric patient is possibly a malignanttumor whether the mass has well-defined margins or not.展开更多
The integration of 7 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging(7 T MRI)in adult patients has marked a revolutionary stride in radiology.In this article we explore the feasibility of 7 T MRI in paediatric practice,emphasizing i...The integration of 7 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging(7 T MRI)in adult patients has marked a revolutionary stride in radiology.In this article we explore the feasibility of 7 T MRI in paediatric practice,emphasizing its feasibility,applications,challenges,and safety considerations.The heightened resolution and tissue contrast of 7 T MRI offer unprecedented diagnostic accuracy,particularly in neuroimaging.Applications range from neuro-oncology to neonatal brain imaging,showcasing its efficacy in detecting subtle structural abnormalities and providing enhanced insights into neurological conditions.Despite the promise,challenges such as high cost,discomfort,and safety concerns necessitate careful consideration.Research suggests that,with precautions,7 T MRI is feasible in paediatrics,yet ongoing studies and safety assessments are imperative.展开更多
文摘BACKGROUND Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma(EES)is a member of the Ewing sarcoma family of tumors which is pathologically known as a small,round,blue cell tumor involving bone and soft tissue.The prevalence of EES is only 15%-25%of all Ewing sarcoma and EES often occurs in patients aged from 20-mo-old to 30-yearsold resulting in an unfavorable prognosis.CASE SUMMARY The present case report described a 7-year-old patient with a palpable EES mass of 33 mm×27 mm×28 mm in the deep neck with symptoms of persistent dyspnea over the past 5 mo.After laboratory examinations,abnormal physiological and biochemical indicators were not found.Ultrasound images presented the mass to be complex,solid and fluid-filled with circumscribed margins and posterior acoustic enhancement.The mass also presented with partial internal vascularity.The contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging scan illustrated the outstanding enhancement with fast perfusion mode in the early arterial phase. CONCLUSIONOur study suggested that a quick-growing mass in the pediatric patient is possibly a malignanttumor whether the mass has well-defined margins or not.
文摘The integration of 7 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging(7 T MRI)in adult patients has marked a revolutionary stride in radiology.In this article we explore the feasibility of 7 T MRI in paediatric practice,emphasizing its feasibility,applications,challenges,and safety considerations.The heightened resolution and tissue contrast of 7 T MRI offer unprecedented diagnostic accuracy,particularly in neuroimaging.Applications range from neuro-oncology to neonatal brain imaging,showcasing its efficacy in detecting subtle structural abnormalities and providing enhanced insights into neurological conditions.Despite the promise,challenges such as high cost,discomfort,and safety concerns necessitate careful consideration.Research suggests that,with precautions,7 T MRI is feasible in paediatrics,yet ongoing studies and safety assessments are imperative.
