La Radiologia medica
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La Radiologia medica · Jun 2012
Comparative StudyUltrasound-guided Hartmann's solution enema: first-choice procedure for reducing idiopathic intussusception.
This study was undertaken to compare the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided Hartmann's solution enema (US-E) and radiological liquid enema (RX-E) in reducing idiopathic ileocecocolic intussusceptions in relation to patient age and symptom duration. ⋯ US-E and RX-E are procedures of comparable value and safety in reducing idiopathic intussusception. US-E seems to be more effective in patients >12 months or with symptom duration >24 h. As US-E avoids radiation exposure, it should be considered the first-choice procedure for reducing idiopathic ileocecocolic intussusception, particularly in these two subgroups of patients.
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La Radiologia medica · Jun 2012
Effect of two sitting postures on lumbar sagittal alignment and intervertebral discs in runners.
We evaluated in vivo changes in lumbar lordosis and intervertebral discs in runners and assessed the relationship between these changes and degenerative disc disease in runners with and without a history of low back pain. ⋯ Intervertebral discs undergo significant strain after 1 h of running that in the long term may lead to low back pain and degenerative disc disease. Runners, especially those with low back pain and degenerative disc disease, should be evaluated after training to preserve the normal lumbar lordosis.