Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Radiological Investigation III: Pulmonary Angiogram and PET Scan01:13

Radiological Investigation III: Pulmonary Angiogram and PET Scan

676
Radiological investigations are paramount in the diagnosis and management of various pulmonary diseases. Two essential investigations are the Pulmonary Angiogram and the Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan.
Pulmonary Angiogram
A Pulmonary Angiogram is an invasive procedure involving injecting a contrast medium through a catheter threaded into the pulmonary artery or the right side of the heart to visualize the pulmonary vasculature. Computed Tomography (CT) scans have mainly replaced this...
676
Radiological Investigation I: X-ray and CT01:30

Radiological Investigation I: X-ray and CT

1.7K
Radiological investigations, including X-rays and computed tomography (CT) scans, are critical for diagnosing and evaluating various medical conditions. These imaging techniques provide valuable insights into the body's internal structures, aiding in the detection of abnormalities, assessment of disease progression, and development of treatment strategies. This article delves into two primary radiological investigations, chest X-rays and CT scans, outlining their purpose, procedures, and...
1.7K
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray01:20

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray

696
The most common cardiovascular diagnostic test is an X-ray. It produces images of the heart, blood vessels, and adjacent structures.
Definition and Purpose
An X-ray, or radiograph, is a non-invasive method that uses ionizing radiation to take images of internal structures. It is mainly used in cardiac imaging to examine the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels, aiming to identify abnormalities in the heart's size, shape, and position, such as heart failure, congenital defects, and vascular...
696
Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Drug Excretion01:26

Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Drug Excretion

392
In pediatric medicine, understanding the renal function and drug elimination nuances is crucial for administering safe and effective treatments. Newborns, in particular, display markedly slower renal functions than adults, profoundly affecting how drugs are cleared from their bodies. This slower drug clearance requires clinicians to extend the dosing intervals for many medications to prevent drug accumulation and toxicity while ensuring therapeutic efficacy.One key area where these adjustments...
392
Imaging Studies I: CT and MRI01:14

Imaging Studies I: CT and MRI

1.3K
Introduction: MRI and CT scans are crucial advancements in medical imaging techniques, playing a vital role in diagnosing conditions related to the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Each scan serves distinct purposes, targets specific areas, and requires unique nursing duties.
Description of the Procedures
Computed Tomography (CT) scan:
Computed Tomography (CT) scans use X-ray technology to generate detailed images of bones, organs, and tissues. During the scan, the patient lies on a moving table...
1.3K
Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Drug Distribution01:17

Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Drug Distribution

513
Drug distribution in the pediatric population exhibits unique challenges and considerations due to the physiological differences between children, particularly neonates and infants, and adults. A crucial aspect of pediatric pharmacology is understanding how these differences impact the pharmacokinetics of various drugs, necessitating age-specific dosing strategies to ensure efficacy and safety.Neonates and infants have a higher total body water content, ~75%–90% of their body weight,...
513

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound for the diagnosis of abdominal solid organ injuries in children.

The journal of trauma and acute care surgery·2026
Same author

Educational Impact of Parental Leave for the Nonchildbearing General Surgery Resident Parent: A Qualitative Analysis.

Journal of surgical education·2026
Same author

Commentary: When more is not better: image proliferation and cognitive load in pediatric radiology.

Pediatric radiology·2026
Same author

Adrenalectomy patients with mixed primary aldosteronism and hypercortisolism: An analysis of outcomes following surgery at a single institution.

Surgery·2025
Same author

Reconsidering the timeline: Delayed cosyntropin stimulation testing in adrenalectomy patients receiving perioperative steroids.

American journal of surgery·2025
Same author

Is the "per diem" model of radiologist employment in pediatric radiology becoming more prevalent?

Pediatric radiology·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 19, 2026

Making MR Imaging Child's Play - Pediatric Neuroimaging Protocol, Guidelines and Procedure
15:18

Making MR Imaging Child's Play - Pediatric Neuroimaging Protocol, Guidelines and Procedure

Published on: July 30, 2009

18.8K

Pitfalls in pediatric radiology.

Dawn R Engelkemier1, George A Taylor

  • 1Department of Radiology, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA, 02115, USA, engelda@gmail.com.

Pediatric Radiology
|December 19, 2014
PubMed
Summary

Pediatric diagnostic errors in imaging can cause harm. This review shares challenging cases from a 13-year study to help radiologists prevent future medical errors.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Pediatric Imaging
  • Medical Diagnostics

Background:

  • Diagnostic errors in pediatric imaging departments are a significant concern.
  • A 13-year retrospective analysis was conducted in a large academic setting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and illustrate diagnostic errors in pediatric imaging.
  • To highlight situations with a higher likelihood of error occurrence and potential harm.
  • To share difficult cases for educational purposes among radiologists.

Main Methods:

  • Review of diagnostic errors over a 13-year period.
  • Analysis of case data from a large academic pediatric imaging department.

Main Results:

  • Identification of specific diagnostic errors and contributing factors.

More Related Videos

Whole-body PET/MRI of Pediatric Patients: The Details That Matter
10:02

Whole-body PET/MRI of Pediatric Patients: The Details That Matter

Published on: December 19, 2017

15.7K
Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography
03:19

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Published on: June 21, 2024

3.0K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 19, 2026

Making MR Imaging Child's Play - Pediatric Neuroimaging Protocol, Guidelines and Procedure
15:18

Making MR Imaging Child's Play - Pediatric Neuroimaging Protocol, Guidelines and Procedure

Published on: July 30, 2009

18.8K
Whole-body PET/MRI of Pediatric Patients: The Details That Matter
10:02

Whole-body PET/MRI of Pediatric Patients: The Details That Matter

Published on: December 19, 2017

15.7K
Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography
03:19

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Published on: June 21, 2024

3.0K
  • Characterization of high-risk scenarios for diagnostic errors.
  • Compilation of challenging cases for learning.

    • Conclusions:

    • Understanding error patterns is crucial for improving pediatric diagnostic accuracy.
    • Sharing difficult cases aids in radiologist education and error prevention.
    • Proactive identification of high-risk situations can mitigate patient harm.