Objective To evaluate the effect of transcatheter arterial chemoembolization(TACE)together with portal vein chemoembolization(PVCE)for the treatment of advanced liver carcinomas.Methods Forty-eight patients with liver carcinoma were randomly divided into two groups.Patients in study group(n=22)were treated with TACE together with PVCE,and patients in control group(n=26)were treated with TACE alone.Results Based on the postoperative CT findings and AFP levels,the effective rate of the study group was markedly higher than that of control group and the difference between two groups was statistically significant(P＜0.05).The volume of un-embolized liver tissue in the patients of study group was obviously increased after treatment. Conclusion TACE together with PVCE is superior to TACE alone in treating advanced hepatic carcinomas.The combination of TACE and PVCE can effectively increase the successful rate of surgical resection for the advanced hepatic carcinomas.

Preoperative portal vein embolization(PVE)has become an important tool in the management of selected patients with hepatic cancer before the major hepatic resection is carried out.PVE can redirect the portal flow to the intended future remnant liver tissue in order to induce the hypertrophy of the non-diseased portion of the liver and thereby may reduce the occurrence of complications and shorten the hospitalization days after surgery.This article aims to review the technical and clinical considerations in performing PVE and to discuss the PVE-related practical points,including the relevant anatomy,the access approach,the choosing of embolic agents and the pathophysioiogy of PVE.In addition,the indications and contraindications for performing PVE,the use of combination therapies and the concern for tumor growth after PVE are also discussed.

Objective To discuss the clinical application of feeding-artery embolization in treating massive hemoptysis.Methods The feeding-artery angiography was performed in 72 patients with massive hemoptysis.Based on the angiographic findings polyvinyl alcohol(PVA)or spring coil were selected as the embolization materials.The therapeutic results were retrospectively analyzed. Results Hemoptysis was completely controned almost immediately after the embolization procedure in 46 cases,while it was obviously alleviated in 13 cases.In 11 cases the hemoptysis disappeared completely after 2-4 times of embolization treatment,and in 2 cases surgery had to be employed.Conclusion Embolization of feeding-artery with PVA particles or spring coils is an effective and safe treatment for massive hemoptysis.The key point for decreasing reoccurrence is to occlude all feeding.arteries as far as possible.

Objective To analyze the correlation factors affecting DSA picture quality and to investigate the DSA value and effectiveness in hepatic arteriography. Methods 36 cases with liver tumor were analyzed through femoral artery intubatton with Seldinger and had hepatic arteriography with RH catheter. Results In the 192 images of 36 cases,the percentage of first-rate image was 92.7%,the second-rate image (9/192) was 5.3%,the third-rate image (5/192) was 2%. Conclusion All of the second-rate images and the third-rate images which were handled with selective image postprocessing can improve picture quality and can reach diagnosis request.

With extensive application of interventional radiology technique, skilled and standardized manipulation of DSA is very helpful for interventional operations. It is introduced in this paper how to operate the Siemens dBA which is the first domestic one and settle with the problems met in routine work.

Objective To analyze the role of CT scan in the diagnosis of maxilla sinus malignant tumor. Methods Data from CT scan in 17 patients were retrospectively analyzed. All cases were confirmed histologically. Results All cases manifested soft tissue mass in the sinus cavity and sinus wall bone destruction.The tumor could infiltrate out of maxilla sinus through destructive bone or nerve. Conclusion CT scan is an effective examination in diagnosis and evaluation of staging.

Objective To assess the usefulness of the DPF with Store Fluoro for interventional treatment. Methods Store Fluoro were performed in 187 cases and the dose was compared with that not using it. Results The doctor and the patients′ radiology dose and the volume of the contrast were all reduced. Conclusion The Store Fluoro plays an important role in interventional treatment.

Objective To investigate the application of computed radiography(CR) in X-ray projection of whole lower limbs.Methods The radiography in the patient with bilateral knee-malformation was performed using 500 mA X-ray apparatus and several imaging plates(IP) jointed together,then the images including whole both sides of lower limbs were obtained by post-proccesing technique.Results The images not only could show the whole lower limbs on a single film,but be intact.The images also could be used for measuring the length of leg,the angle between the axises of the thigh and the magnifying really.Conclusion The image of whole bilateral lower limbs with a good quality and unity can be acquired using CR and post-processing technique appropriately.

Objective To determine the location and degree of fallopian tube obstruction,providing a safe reliable and effective treatment. Method 50 infertile women with unilateral or bilateral fallopian tube stenosis, adhesion and obstruction were selected for this study, with ages range of 23 to 38 years. Selective salpingography was performed using co-axiol catheterization with micro-guide wire mechanism combined with recanalization, anti-inflammatory agents during the procedure and postoperative period. Results The rate of properly performed catheter and recanalization reached 92% and 68.7%, respectively. During the follow-up of one year, 23 cases (23/50, 46%) obtained ability of pregnancy. Conclusion Selective salpingography with fallopian tube recanalization is a minimally invasive method to treat tubal infertility. (J Intervent Radiol, 2006, 15: 290-292)

Objective To investigate the X-ray characteristics and differential points of intra-thoracic malignant lymphoma-Hodgkin’s disease(HD) and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma(NHL).Methods The X-ray manifestations of intra-thoracic malignant lymphoma in 66 cases(including HD in 20 and NHL in 46) with complete clinical informations and pathologic results were retrospectively analysed.The lymphadenopathy of the hilar and mediastinum,the changes of the intra-lung and pleura were mainly observed and compared with the pathological results.Try to find the characteristic X-ray appearance of the HD and NHL.Results (1)48 cases had enlargement of lymph nodes of the hilar with/or mediastinum,and common seen in NHL,and the lymphopathy appeared as unilateral or asymmetry in NHL,bilateral or symmetry in HD.(2)The involvement of lymph nodes was mostly the anterior mediastinum and retrosternal in HD,the posterior mediastinum in NHL and to cause the paraspinal line widening.(3)Intra-pulmonary lesions always were interstitial changes and common seen in NHL,and seldom seen in HD.(4)NHL was often accompanied with pleural lesions,and HD not.Conclusion Both HD and NHL have its own X-ray characteristics .Carefully observing and analyzing these characteristics are helpful in diagnosing and differentiating HD and NHL.