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The CAR Journal is a peer-reviewed, Medline-indexed publication that presents a scientific review of radiology and Canada's oldest specialty society journal

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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 11h
New study submitted to CARJ explores outcomes of single-view asymmetries on screening mammography and evaluates an AI model’s ability to support detection and triage. Findings highlight potential to reduce benign recalls while maintaining cancer sensitivity. bit.ly/4yEMWV2
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Training policy matters: prospective early stopping preserved chest radiograph deep learning classification performance while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 38%, supporting more sustainable radiology artificial intelligence development. bit.ly/3UhpMVA
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) is pleased to welcome new faces to the Editors-in-Training (EIT) Program and Reviewer Mentorship Program. @caradiologists.bsky.social bit.ly/4xSCpEe
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CARJ Welcomes Newest Editors-in-Training and Reviewer Mentees - Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR)
The Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) is pleased to welcome new faces to the Editors-in-Training (EIT) Program and Reviewer Mentorship
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Le Journal de l’Association canadiennes des radiologistes (CARJ) est heureux d’accueillir de nouveaux visages dans le Programme des rédacteurs en formation et le Programme de mentorat pour évaluateurs pairs. @caradiologists.bsky.social bit.ly/3VJa9ql
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Le CARJ accueille de nouveaux rédacteurs en formation et de nouveaux mentorés du Programme de mentorat pour les évaluateurs pairs - Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR)
Le Journal de l’Association canadiennes des radiologistes (CARJ) est heureux d’accueillir de nouveaux visages dans le Programme des rédacteurs en formation et
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
This article synthesizes contemporary leadership scholarship into a practical framework for Canadian radiologists. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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Learning to Lead: A Practical Framework for Leadership Development in Canadian Radiology
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
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 🔗 bit.ly/4y3L7Ai @caradiologists.bsky.social
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
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). journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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High-Resolution MRI-Derived Carotid Plaque Feature for Long-Term Cardiovascular Risk Stratification After Carotid Revascularization: The Role of Intraplaque Hemorrhage
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Pancreatic cystic lesions are increasingly encountered in clinical practice, representing a spectrum of entities ranging from benign to malignant lesions. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
This review provides a comprehensive imaging-based overview of the most common acute non-traumatic urinary tract emergencies. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
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 bit.ly/4zpspV0 @caradiologists.bsky.social
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus is a potentially reversible cause of gait impairment and cognitive decline. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus: A Comprehensive Review
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Up to 15% of nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhages have negative initial imaging. We review what to do next — pitfalls, rare aneurysms, and repeat imaging. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
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 !
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
The CAR Journal (CARJ) Outstanding Reviewers Awards recognize exceptional peer reviewers advancing radiology research quality, scientific rigor, and publishing excellence. Congratulations to everyone!
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.11…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
A CT signature based on three reproducible imaging features can help distinguish pancreatic adenosquamous cell carcinoma from pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
The 2024 AAST-OIS revision for pancreatic trauma prioritizes direct main pancreatic duct evaluation with advanced imaging to improve injury grading accuracy, outcome prediction. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
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. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
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. bit.ly/4eK1HwQ
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
This study compares the incidence and imaging characteristics of non-malignant changes (NMC) versus LTP after renal ablation. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
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
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Canadian Association of Radiologists @caradiologists.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Dr. Michael Patlas, @carjournal.bsky.social Editor-in-Chief, and Dr. Alison Harris, CAR President, at the U of T celebration. ✨️
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
As the most sensitive imaging modality for breast cancer detection, MRI plays an established and expanding role in screening, staging, problem-solving, and treatment monitoring. 🔗 bit.ly/4uzINyL
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
This guideline presents Part IV of the @caradiologists.bsky.social Practice Guidelines on Breast Imaging and Intervention and addresses breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). 1/
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
This guideline presents Part III of the @caradiologists.bsky.social Practice Guidelines on Breast Imaging and Intervention and focuses on breast ultrasound. Recommendations address the diagnostic, supplemental screening, and interventional roles of ultrasound. 🔗 bit.ly/4annOYE
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
This guideline presents Part II of the @caradiologists.bsky.social Practice Guidelines on Breast Imaging and Intervention and addresses the clinical application of contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM). Read 📒 bit.ly/3QwzwJL Also in Clinical Companion 📱 bit.ly/4x6tK1U
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Part I of the @caradiologists.bsky.social Practice Guidelines on Breast Imaging and Intervention and focuses on mammography and digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) ⬇️ bit.ly/4ugxGdK
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
A systematic review and meta-analysis were performed to assess the diagnostic accuracy of MRI for paediatric appendicitis and its role in reducing negative appendicectomy rates (NAR). journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
5️⃣ Breast Intervention and Biopsy Procedures journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
4️⃣ Breast Magnetic Resonance Imaging journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
3️⃣ Breast Ultrasound journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
2️⃣ Contrast-Enhanced Mammography journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
1️⃣ Mammography and Digital Breast Tomosynthesis journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
🚨 GUIDELINE ALERT 🚨 The @caradiologists.bsky.social Practice Guidelines for Breast Imaging and Intervention are now available online! This 5-part series offers recommendations for different modalities of breast imaging and intervention. ⬇️
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
We compared examination time, image quality, and lesion detection rates between pancreaticobiliary rFOV T2WI with and without DLR. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08…
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
These recommendations emphasize that breast imaging examinations should not be delayed because of vaccination, outline the importance of documenting vaccination history, and provide clear guidance for classifying and managing ipsilateral, contralateral, palpable, and persistent lymphadenopathy.
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CAR Journal @carjournal.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
NOW PUBLISHED 📝 @caradiologists.bsky.social/BRC Recommendations for the Management of Axillary Lymphadenopathy Following COVID-19 Vaccination car.ca/wp-content/u...
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