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27 Aug 2026 14:50 +0000

This article synthesizes contemporary leadership scholarship into a practical framework for Canadian radiologists. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261462022

26 Aug 2026 15:45 +0000

The CARJ has exciting opportunities to gain hands-on experience in academic publishing with the Editor-in-Training position and the Reviewer Mentorship Program. Deadlines: Editor-in-Training: Sep 1 Reviewer Mentorship Program: Sep 15 🔗 https://bit.ly/4y3L7Ai @caradiologists.bsky.social

25 Aug 2026 15:00 +0000

This study used a pre- and post-survey design to evaluate the program’s impact on self-reported interview preparedness across 5 annual cycles (2022-2026). https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261466157

23 Aug 2026 18:39 +0000

Purpose: To evaluate the prognostic value of carotid plaque features derived from high-spatial-resolution vessel-wall MRI (HR-MRI) for long-term major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) after carotid revascularization. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261464591

22 Aug 2026 13:16 +0000

Pancreatic cystic lesions are increasingly encountered in clinical practice, representing a spectrum of entities ranging from benign to malignant lesions. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261462034

20 Aug 2026 18:12 +0000

This review provides a comprehensive imaging-based overview of the most common acute non-traumatic urinary tract emergencies. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261454603

19 Aug 2026 18:22 +0000

The CAR Journal (CARJ) and Editor-in-Chief Dr. Michael Patlas are pleased to announce this year's selection for the Editor's Award for Best Paper! Congratulations to all the authors involved. Read the winning paper https://bit.ly/4zpspV0 @caradiologists.bsky.social

19 Aug 2026 16:15 +0000

This meta-review aims to evaluate meta-analyses on adherence of diagnostic test accuracy (DTA) studies to the STAndards for Reporting of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies (STARD) 2015 checklist. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261458187

16 Aug 2026 20:55 +0000

Climate-driven warming is projected to increase emergency imaging utilization, emphasizing the need for climate-informed radiology planning and the integration of adaptation and mitigation strategies to sustain health system capacity. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261457322

14 Aug 2026 17:53 +0000

Idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus is a potentially reversible cause of gait impairment and cognitive decline. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261455332

13 Aug 2026 14:49 +0000

Up to 15% of nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhages have negative initial imaging. We review what to do next — pitfalls, rare aneurysms, and repeat imaging. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261452092

12 Aug 2026 22:47 +0000

Out of 535 publications, environmental sustainability in radiology shows rapid growth and increasing collaboration. Adaptation is empirically mature, mitigation is advancing, and resilience remains a critical gap for future research. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261451135

11 Aug 2026 17:45 +0000

Our study found no added benefit of routine surveillance mammography in the autologous reconstructed breast after mastectomy, while highlighting the importance of contralateral breast screening and individualized follow-up. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261443905

10 Aug 2026 18:27 +0000

Souligne des pairs évaluateurs exceptionnels qui contribuent à améliorer la qualité de la recherche en radiologie, la rigueur scientifique et l'excellence des publications. Félicitations à tous !

10 Aug 2026 15:26 +0000

The CAR Journal (CARJ) Outstanding Reviewers Awards recognize exceptional peer reviewers advancing radiology research quality, scientific rigor, and publishing excellence. Congratulations to everyone!

30 Jul 2026 12:17 +0000

In this single-center retrospective cohort, one-third of thyroid nodules remained nondiagnostic after repeat FNA, with older age and cystic or mixed composition linked to higher likelihood of a nondiagnostic result. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/08465371261442120

28 Jul 2026 17:34 +0000

Venting PTEG provides effective and durable gastrointestinal decompression in MBO patients unsuitable for percutaneous gastrostomy, with rapid symptom relief, a favourable safety profile, and catheter function generally maintained. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261437627

24 Jul 2026 21:00 +0000

ACC is a rare and aggressive malignancy arising from the adrenal cortex. This tumor shows suggestive imaging features on CT, which include a large size, internal heterogeneity and various degrees of internal necrosis. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261438317

21 Jul 2026 17:04 +0000

HCC has an uneven global distribution and a higher incidence in males. The LI-RADS is a standardized imaging framework for HCC diagnosis. It is unclear whether the evidence used to inform LI-RADS reflects the global burden of HCC. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261429344

19 Jul 2026 13:49 +0000

Given the overlap in populations of perimenopausal and postmenopausal women at risk for cardiovascular disease, there is an opportunity to use BAC to identify women at increased cardiovascular risk. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261435478

17 Jul 2026 19:45 +0000

How do radiology departments stay high-performing without burning out their people? In this paper, we propose distributed servant leadership as a practical model for building adaptable, inclusive, and purpose-driven radiology teams. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261437071

14 Jul 2026 16:42 +0000

In a review of after-hours pediatric head trauma CT, most scans were normal. Findings support improved adherence to PECARN Pediatric Head Injury Prediction Rule while highlighting higher diagnostic yield in children <2. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261435381

11 Jul 2026 14:25 +0000

A CT signature based on three reproducible imaging features can help distinguish pancreatic adenosquamous cell carcinoma from pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261426959

08 Jul 2026 20:22 +0000

The 2024 AAST-OIS revision for pancreatic trauma prioritizes direct main pancreatic duct evaluation with advanced imaging to improve injury grading accuracy, outcome prediction. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261424865

06 Jul 2026 19:20 +0000

Technical and interpretative pitfalls can bias visual or quantitative assessment, leading to overestimation or underestimation of stenosis. These errors influence clinical decision-making, downstream testing, and patient management. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371251413195

04 Jul 2026 15:17 +0000

Recognizing the inherent limitations of CCTA and employing a systematic, structured interpretive approach are essential for preserving its high diagnostic accuracy and ensuring optimal patient care. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371251413217

02 Jul 2026 15:53 +0000

Financial decisions shape radiology practice. A new article in CARJ examines how understanding risk, value, and capital allocation can help radiologists engage more effectively in leadership and system-level decision-making. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261419016

29 Jun 2026 13:50 +0000

Nearly 20% of patients in Nova Scotia traveled farther than necessary for outpatient MRI examinations, generating substantial avoidable emissions. Aligning MRI service distribution with population density could lessen the environmental impact of medical imaging. https://bit.ly/4eK1HwQ

26 Jun 2026 20:12 +0000

This study compares the incidence and imaging characteristics of non-malignant changes (NMC) versus LTP after renal ablation. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08465371261418513

17 Jun 2026 16:22 +0000

We have BIG news 🗞️ The CARJ is proud to announce the 2026 Impact Factor is 4.0💥 This marks a major increase from previous scores: 2.9 (2024) 📈 3.7 (2025) 📈 4.0 (2026) 😲 @caradiologists.bsky.social