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

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System VI: Calcium -Scoring CT01:25

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System VI: Calcium -Scoring CT

252
Calcium-Scoring CT ScanA calcium-scoring CT scan, also known as coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan, detects calcium deposits in the coronary arteries. This test assesses the risk of coronary artery disease (CAD), which can lead to cardiovascular events such as angina, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest.A calcium-scoring CT scan is generally recommended for individuals at intermediate risk of CAD without symptoms. It includes:Men aged 40-75 and women aged 50-75: Especially those with a...
252
The Bone Matrix01:18

The Bone Matrix

5.2K
Bone contains a relatively small number of cells entrenched in a matrix of collagen fibers that provide an adherent surface for inorganic salt crystals. Both components of the matrix, organic and inorganic, contribute to the unusual properties of bone. Without collagen, bones would be brittle and shatter easily. Without mineral crystals, bones would flex and provide little support. This can be observed by an experiment: when the minerals of a bone are dissolved by soaking the bone in...
5.2K
Ultrasonography01:17

Ultrasonography

7.1K
Ultrasonography is an imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize the body's internal structures. It is a non-invasive and safe procedure that does not involve the use of ionizing radiation, making it widely used in various medical fields. Ultrasonography is used to study heart function, blood flow in the neck or extremities, certain conditions such as gallbladder disease, and fetal growth and development.
During an ultrasonography procedure, a handheld device called...
7.1K
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray01:20

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray

389
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...
389

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

Staging and Restaging Pediatric Abdominal and Pelvic Tumors: A Practical Guide.

Radiographics : a review publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc·2024
Same author

Liver Surgery: Important Considerations for Pre- and Postoperative Imaging.

Radiographics : a review publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc·2022
Same author

Lung Lesion Burden found on Chest CT as a Prognostic Marker in Hospitalized Patients with High Clinical Suspicion of COVID-19 Pneumonia: a Brazilian experience.

Clinics (Sao Paulo, Brazil)·2021
Same author

Chest computed tomography in the diagnosis of COVID-19 in patients with false negative RT-PCR.

Einstein (Sao Paulo, Brazil)·2021
Same author

Evaluation of the RSNA and CORADS classifications for COVID-19 on chest computed tomography in the Brazilian population.

Clinics (Sao Paulo, Brazil)·2021
Same author

Fighting the invisible enemy: providing support and structure to radiology resident during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Radiologia brasileira·2020

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Dec 5, 2025

Author Spotlight: Enhanced Quantification of Cardiovascular Calcification Progression for Longitudinal Micro PET/CT Studies in Small Research Animals
08:02

Author Spotlight: Enhanced Quantification of Cardiovascular Calcification Progression for Longitudinal Micro PET/CT Studies in Small Research Animals

Published on: November 15, 2024

864

Soft tissue calcifications: a pictorial essay.

Luisa Leitão de Faria1, Fernanda Babler1, Lorena Carneiro Ferreira1

  • 1Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo (HC-FMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Radiologia Brasileira
|October 19, 2020
PubMed
Summary

Soft-tissue calcifications are common but confusing. This review clarifies their causes by organizing them anatomically and pathophysiologically, aiding radiologists in diagnosis.

Keywords:
Calcinosis/diagnostic imagingDiagnosis, differentialRadiography

More Related Videos

A Semi-Automated and Reproducible Biological-Based Method to Quantify Calcium Deposition In Vitro
11:30

A Semi-Automated and Reproducible Biological-Based Method to Quantify Calcium Deposition In Vitro

Published on: June 2, 2022

2.2K
Calcification of Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells and Imaging of Aortic Calcification and Inflammation
08:43

Calcification of Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells and Imaging of Aortic Calcification and Inflammation

Published on: May 31, 2016

20.0K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Dec 5, 2025

Author Spotlight: Enhanced Quantification of Cardiovascular Calcification Progression for Longitudinal Micro PET/CT Studies in Small Research Animals
08:02

Author Spotlight: Enhanced Quantification of Cardiovascular Calcification Progression for Longitudinal Micro PET/CT Studies in Small Research Animals

Published on: November 15, 2024

864
A Semi-Automated and Reproducible Biological-Based Method to Quantify Calcium Deposition In Vitro
11:30

A Semi-Automated and Reproducible Biological-Based Method to Quantify Calcium Deposition In Vitro

Published on: June 2, 2022

2.2K
Calcification of Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells and Imaging of Aortic Calcification and Inflammation
08:43

Calcification of Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells and Imaging of Aortic Calcification and Inflammation

Published on: May 31, 2016

20.0K

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Pathophysiology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Soft-tissue calcifications are frequent findings with nonspecific imaging characteristics.
  • Diagnostic challenges arise from confusing nomenclature and potential for unnecessary interventions.
  • Current classification by formation mechanism (dystrophic, iatrogenic, metastatic, idiopathic) requires clinical and biochemical correlation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To clarify the main causes of soft-tissue calcifications.
  • To provide a structured diagnostic approach for radiologists.
  • To improve the differential diagnosis of soft-tissue calcifications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of main causes of soft-tissue calcifications.
  • Organization of calcifications by anatomical compartment.
  • Integration of pathophysiological aspects into classification.

Main Results:

  • Soft-tissue calcifications can be effectively classified by compartment for diagnostic assessment.
  • Anatomical and pathophysiological organization aids in narrowing the differential diagnosis.
  • This approach aims to reduce diagnostic ambiguity and unnecessary interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Classifying soft-tissue calcifications by compartment offers a useful radiological diagnostic strategy.
  • Understanding anatomical and pathophysiological aspects is key to accurate diagnosis.
  • A systematic approach can enhance diagnostic confidence and patient care.