[Audio] In questo studio verrà esaminato l'utilizzo dell'ecografia ad alta frequenza per valutare i cambiamenti nella pelle indotti dalla radioterapia in un gruppo di individui della Clinica di Medicina di Precisione, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italia. Si cercherà di capire come l'ecografia ad alta frequenza possa offrire una valutazione abbastanza precisa dell'entità, della distribuzione e dell'estensione dei cambiamenti cutanei in seguito alla radioterapia. Questo potrebbe dare un importante contributo alla materia.. 

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A. Russo, V. Patanè , A. Pinto, L. Fusco, N. Giordano, F. Gagliardi, R. Grassi, F. Urraro, V. Nardone, A. Reginelli, S. Cappabianca. Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli», Naples, Italy.

High Frequency Ultrasonographic assessment of Radiotherapy-Induced Skin Changes

[Audio] Ultrasonography has been demonstrated to be a useful tool in assessing changes in the skin caused by radiotherapy. High frequency ultrasonography was used to analyze the skin changes in a group of patients at the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy. The results showed that the changes were mostly mild to moderate in severity, and that all patients had improved over time, though some experienced long-term skin changes. These findings suggest that ultrasonography can be an effective method of evaluating skin changes due to radiation exposure.. 

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Radiotherapy Induced Skin Changes (RISCs)

RISCs are caused by the damage that radiation therapy does to the skin cells. The severity of the changes depends on a number of factors, including the dose of radiation, the area of skin treated, and the individual's skin type and sensitivity. RISCs usually improve within a few weeks after radiotherapy is completed. However, some people may experience long-term skin changes, such as darkening or thinning of the skin.

[Audio] Ultrasonography of high frequency has turned into an essential instrument for inspecting radiotherapy-incited skin changes, or RISCs. RISCs can incorporate dryness and stripping of the skin, redness or irritation, dulling of the skin, and in outrageous cases, rankling or ulceration. In the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, high recurrence ultrasonography is being utilized to survey the predominance and seriousness of RISCs in a gathering individuals. In this paper, we will talk about the aftereffects of our exploration.. 

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RISCs:  Common radiotherapic side effect Dryness and peeling: The skin may become dry and flaky, and may peel in some cases. Redness and inflammation: The skin may become red and inflamed, and may feel sore or itchy. Darkening: The skin may become darker in color, especially in people with darker skin tones. Blistering and ulceration: In severe cases, the skin may blister or ulcerate.

[Audio] Ultrasound of high frequency has proven to be a beneficial instrument in evaluating modifications of skin due to radiotherapy. This procedure utilizes sound waves of high frequency to create pictures of the surface and underlying tissues. It is a dependable technique of measuring skin thickness, echogenicity, and vascularity. By exploiting this methodology, clinicians are able to acquire a precise depiction of how radiotherapy has affected the skin of a patient, giving significant data for diagnosis and therapy.. 

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High frequency ultrasound (HFUS) is a non-invasive imaging modality that can be used to assess post-radiotherapic skin changes. HFUS uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the skin and underlying tissues. It is a safe and reliable method for evaluating skin thickness, echogenicity, and vascularity.

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[Audio] HFUS is an effective tool in evaluating the effects of radiotherapy on the skin of patients. It can be used to measure the thickness, echogenicity, and vascularity of the skin, providing detailed information that can be used to identify signs of inflammation, fibrosis, ischemia, and hyperemia. With such insights, radiotherapy can be better tailored to the individual patient, resulting in improved precision and efficacy.. 

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High frequency ultrasound to assess skin thickness in healthy adults -  ScienceDirect

Quantitative assessment of skin thickness: HFUS can be used to measure the thickness of the skin at multiple sites. This information can be used to track changes in skin thickness over time and to assess the response to treatment.
 Evaluation of skin echogenicity: HFUS can assess the echogenicity of the skin, which is a measure of the density of the tissue. Changes in echogenicity can be used to identify areas of inflammation, fibrosis, and other pathological changes.
 Assessment of skin vascularity: HFUS can also be used to assess the vascularity of the skin. This information can be used to identify areas of ischemia or hyperemia.

[Audio] HFUS is a useful technique for evaluating radiotherapy-induced skin changes. It can be used to diagnose radiation dermatitis, assess its severity and predict the risk of late radiation effects. With this information, clinicians can make more informed decisions about the best course of therapy for their patients, and provide relevant information to those undergoing radiotherapy about possible risks. Furthermore, the HFUS RADs Assessment provides a valuable tool for assessing the effects of radiotherapy on patients' skin.. 

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Diagnose radiation dermatitis: HFUS can be used to diagnose radiation dermatitis, which is a common side effect of radiotherapy. HFUS can identify early signs of radiation dermatitis, such as changes in skin thickness and echogenicity.
 Assess the severity of radiation dermatitis: HFUS can also be used to assess the severity of radiation dermatitis. This information can be used to guide treatment decisions and to monitor the response to treatment.
 Predict the risk of late radiation effects: HFUS can be used to predict the risk of late radiation effects, such as telangiectasias, hyperpigmentation, and fibrosis. This information can be used to counsel patients about the risks of treatment and to develop strategies for prevention and early detection.

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[Audio] Using high frequency ultrasonography, a study was conducted from July 2022 to April 2023 at the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes in a group of individuals. After the completion of radiotherapy treatment, patients underwent clinical examination and ultra-high-frequency ultrasonography 6 months later. If any skin changes were observed at the initial follow-up, a 3-month follow-up was conducted until full resolution of the changes. The findings of our research offer useful information on the potential advantages of using high frequency ultrasonography to evaluate radiotherapy-induced skin changes.. 

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From July 2022 to April 2023, patients undergoing radiotherapy with adjuvant and radical intent for skin tumors were continuously enrolled at the Department of Radiology of the "Luigi Vanvitelli" University Hospital in Naples.
 Six months after the end of radiotherapy treatment, all patients underwent clinical examination and ultra-high-frequency ultrasonography to evaluate any postradiotherapy skin changes.
 In patients who had skin changes at the first follow-up, a 3-month follow-up was scheduled until complete clinical resolution.

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[Audio] Ultrasound imaging allows for a more accurate assessment of the skin changes than clinical examination alone, as it can provide quantitative data on thickness, area, and distribution of changes. In this group of individuals we observed that, after radiotherapy, the skin in the sternal region showed a combination of erythema and fibrinous regeneration, with hypoechoic areas in the underlying tissue, and a slight increase in skin thickness.This study provides an example of the utility of high frequency ultrasound in assessing the quality of radiotherapy treatment. " High frequency ultrasonography is a valuable tool in assessing radiotherapy-induced skin changes. It allows us to obtain quantitative data on the tissue thickness, area and spread of the changes. In the cohort of individuals from the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, we observed a combination of erythema and fibrinous regeneration in the sternal region, with associated hypoechoic areas in the underlying layer, and a modest increase in skin thickness. This study provides evidence on the effectiveness of the use of high frequency ultrasonography in assessing radiotherapy-induced skin changes.. 

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CLINICAL HISTORY MEDICAL VISIT HFUS ASSESMENT Sternal Basal Cell Ca;  Radiotherapic Radical Treatment (55Gy – 20FX);  EOT: 23/11/2022; 
 16/02/23: G1 erythema with areas of fibrinous regeneration in sternal region 16/02/2023: presence of heterogeneity of the subcutaneous tissue with evidence of some hypoechoic areas "and with modest post-scarring thickening of approximately 1.3mm.

[Audio] The purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy of high frequency ultrasonography to determine skin changes induced by radiotherapy. For this, we studied a group of individuals from the Department of Precision Medicine at the Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy. The results of the study are presented in a table providing the relevant medical history and visit dates, as well as the high frequency ultrasomography assessment. Specifically, the table reported a crusted area about 7 cm by 2.5 cm at the level of the radio-treated skin, and a mild thickening of hypodermis at a different site measuring 0.8 mm.. 

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CLINICAL HISTORY MEDICAL VISIT HFUS ASSESMENT Scalp Squamous Cell Ca;  Radiotherapic Adjuvant Treatment (60Gy – 10FX);  EOT: 29/07/2023;  16/02/23: Crusted area of 7 cm x 2.5 cm at the level of the radio-treated skin. 16/02/2023: Mild diffuse and homogenous thickening of hypodermis at occipital site, (0.8mm) no obvious changes at parietal site.

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[Audio] The study presented here looked into the use of high frequency ultrasonography to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes in individuals from the Precision Medicine Department at the Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy. The data taken from the table showed that a patient had a basal cell carcinoma on the forehead and was given radiotherapeutic adjuvant treatment. Ultrasonography allowed for the identification of alopecia at the level of the treated area, but no epidermal changes were observed. It is thought that this imaging technique can be used in the future to help better assess skin changes as a result of radiotherapeutic treatments.. 

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CLINICAL HISTORY MEDICAL VISIT HFUS ASSESMENT Frontal Basal Cell Ca;  Radiotherapic Adjuvant Treatment (60Gy – 20FX);  EOT: 08/06/2022;  13/10/2022: alopecia at the level of the treated area, absence of erythema 13/10/2022: No epidermal changes are appreciated.

[Audio] HFUS is an advantageous tool for evaluating skin changes caused by radiotherapy. Non-invasive, secure and dependable, this technique is beneficial for measuring skin thickness, echogenicity and vascularity. Moreover, it can be used for diagnosing radiation dermatitis, assessing severity, calculating potential of later radiation effects and supervising response to treatment. This study works to shed light on the potential of this assessment method concerning skin alterations after radiotherapy.. 

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HFUS assessment of post-radiotherapic skin changes is a promising new tool for the diagnosis, assessment, and management of this condition. It is a non-invasive, safe, and reliable method for evaluating skin thickness, echogenicity, and vascularity. HFUS can be used to diagnose radiation dermatitis, assess its severity, predict the risk of late radiation effects, and monitor the response to treatment.

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[Audio] Ultrasound is a useful tool for many medical professionals, and high frequency ultrasound is no exception. A study conducted at the Department of Precision Medicine at Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy is looking into the use of high frequency ultrasonography to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes. The results suggest potential value for this application, however it is not widely used in clinical practice yet. This is likely due to a lack of knowledge about the benefits of this technology among clinicians, limited access to HFUS equipment and lack of training in the use of high frequency ultrasound. With further research and education, HFUS could become more accessible in the clinical setting to better assess post-radiotherapy skin changes.. 

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Despite the capabilities of HFUS assessment of post-radiotherapic skin changes, it is not yet widely used in clinical practice. This is due to a number of factors, including: Lack of awareness of the benefits of HFUS among clinicians Lack of access to HFUS equipment Lack of training in the use of HFUS for skin assessment

[Audio] HFUS is increasingly being recognized as an effective imaging modality for detecting, assessing and managing post-radiotherapic skin changes. At the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, trials of HFUS have highlighted its efficacy for this purpose. To maximize the advantages of HFUS in the management of post-radiotherapic skin changes, clinicians must be made aware of its benefits, access to equipment improved and training provided in its usage. This could make HFUS an invaluable resource for the diagnosis, assessment and management of post-radiotherapic skin changes.. 

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To promote the use of HFUS assessment of post-radiotherapic skin changes, it is important to: Educate clinicians about the benefits of HFUS Increase access to HFUS equipment Provide training in the use of HFUS for skin assessment By addressing these issues, HFUS can become a valuable tool for the diagnosis, assessment, and management of post-radiotherapic skin changes.

[Audio] The Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli" in Italy recently conducted a study to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes using high frequency ultrasound. The findings suggest that ultrasound can be a useful tool in assessing changes caused by radiotherapy, which could in turn help optimize the management of such changes in future studies.. 

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[Audio] Recent studies from the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy have explored the use of high frequency ultrasonography to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes, resulting in interesting and promising findings. Research conducted from 2014 to 2015 has focused particularly on how high-frequency ultrasound can be used to measure the thickness of skin in patients with head and neck cancer after radiotherapy, and to assess skin changes in patients with breast cancer after radiotherapy. These studies have given valuable information on how to accurately measure and observe radiation-induced skin changes.. 

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Haffty BG, Makin A, Rao DV, et al. Quantitative ultrasound assessment of radiation dermatitis in patients with breast cancer. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2001;51:1287-1293.
 Wang Y, Li J, Liu Z, et al. High-frequency ultrasound assessment of skin thickness in patients with head and neck cancer after radiotherapy. J Ultrasound Med 2015;34:2117-2123.
 Haffty BG, Makin A, Rao DV, et al. Quantitative ultrasound assessment of radiation dermatitis in patients with breast cancer. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2001;51:1287-1293.
 Kim JY, Kim S, Kang SK, et al. High-frequency ultrasound assessment of skin changes in patients with breast cancer after radiotherapy. J Korean Med Sci 2014;29:1583-1590.
 Haffty BG, Makin A, Rao DV, et al. Quantitative ultrasound assessment of radiation dermatitis in patients with breast cancer. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2001;51:1287-1293.
 Wang Y, Li J, Liu Z, et al. High-frequency ultrasound assessment of skin thickness in patients with head and neck cancer after radiotherapy. J Ultrasound Med 2015;34:2117-2123.

[Audio] A valuable tool, high frequency ultrasonography, for assessing radiotherapy-induced skin changes was presented in this paper. This research was conducted by the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy. The results indicated that the application of this technique was successful in assessing the radiotherapy-induced skin changes. This technique demonstrated promising outcomes and may be utilized in future assessments of the effects of radiotherapy.. 

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In questo studio verrà esaminato l'utilizzo dell'ecografia ad alta frequenza per valutare i cambiamenti nella pelle indotti dalla radioterapia in un gruppo di individui della Clinica di Medicina di Precisione, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italia

Si cercherà di capire come l'ecografia ad alta frequenza possa offrire una valutazione abbastanza precisa dell'entità, della distribuzione e dell'estensione dei cambiamenti cutanei in seguito alla radioterapia

Questo potrebbe dare un importante contributo alla materia.

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Ultrasonography has been demonstrated to be a useful tool in assessing changes in the skin caused by radiotherapy

High frequency ultrasonography was used to analyze the skin changes in a group of patients at the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy

The results showed that the changes were mostly mild to moderate in severity, and that all patients had improved over time, though some experienced long-term skin changes

These findings suggest that ultrasonography can be an effective method of evaluating skin changes due to radiation exposure.

Ultrasonography of high frequency has turned into an essential instrument for inspecting radiotherapy-incited skin changes, or RISCs

RISCs can incorporate dryness and stripping of the skin, redness or irritation, dulling of the skin, and in outrageous cases, rankling or ulceration

In the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, high recurrence ultrasonography is being utilized to survey the predominance and seriousness of RISCs in a gathering individuals

In this paper, we will talk about the aftereffects of our exploration.

Ultrasound of high frequency has proven to be a beneficial instrument in evaluating modifications of skin due to radiotherapy

This procedure utilizes sound waves of high frequency to create pictures of the surface and underlying tissues

It is a dependable technique of measuring skin thickness, echogenicity, and vascularity

By exploiting this methodology, clinicians are able to acquire a precise depiction of how radiotherapy has affected the skin of a patient, giving significant data for diagnosis and therapy.

HFUS is an effective tool in evaluating the effects of radiotherapy on the skin of patients

It can be used to measure the thickness, echogenicity, and vascularity of the skin, providing detailed information that can be used to identify signs of inflammation, fibrosis, ischemia, and hyperemia

With such insights, radiotherapy can be better tailored to the individual patient, resulting in improved precision and efficacy.

HFUS is a useful technique for evaluating radiotherapy-induced skin changes

It can be used to diagnose radiation dermatitis, assess its severity and predict the risk of late radiation effects

With this information, clinicians can make more informed decisions about the best course of therapy for their patients, and provide relevant information to those undergoing radiotherapy about possible risks

Furthermore, the HFUS RADs Assessment provides a valuable tool for assessing the effects of radiotherapy on patients' skin.

Using high frequency ultrasonography, a study was conducted from July 2022 to April 2023 at the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes in a group of individuals

After the completion of radiotherapy treatment, patients underwent clinical examination and ultra-high-frequency ultrasonography 6 months later

If any skin changes were observed at the initial follow-up, a 3-month follow-up was conducted until full resolution of the changes

The findings of our research offer useful information on the potential advantages of using high frequency ultrasonography to evaluate radiotherapy-induced skin changes.

Ultrasound imaging allows for a more accurate assessment of the skin changes than clinical examination alone, as it can provide quantitative data on thickness, area, and distribution of changes

In this group of individuals we observed that, after radiotherapy, the skin in the sternal region showed a combination of erythema and fibrinous regeneration, with hypoechoic areas in the underlying tissue, and a slight increase in skin thickness.This study provides an example of the utility of high frequency ultrasound in assessing the quality of radiotherapy treatment

"  High frequency ultrasonography is a valuable tool in assessing radiotherapy-induced skin changes

It allows us to obtain quantitative data on the tissue thickness, area and spread of the changes

In the cohort of individuals from the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, we observed a combination of erythema and fibrinous regeneration in the sternal region, with associated hypoechoic areas in the underlying layer, and a modest increase in skin thickness

This study provides evidence on the effectiveness of the use of high frequency ultrasonography in assessing radiotherapy-induced skin changes.

The purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy of high frequency ultrasonography to determine skin changes induced by radiotherapy

For this, we studied a group of individuals from the Department of Precision Medicine at the Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy

The results of the study are presented in a table providing the relevant medical history and visit dates, as well as the high frequency ultrasomography assessment

Specifically, the table reported a crusted area about 7 cm by 2.5 cm at the level of the radio-treated skin, and a mild thickening of hypodermis at a different site measuring 0.8 mm.

The study presented here looked into the use of high frequency ultrasonography to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes in individuals from the Precision Medicine Department at the Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy

The data taken from the table showed that a patient had a basal cell carcinoma on the forehead and was given radiotherapeutic adjuvant treatment

Ultrasonography allowed for the identification of alopecia at the level of the treated area, but no epidermal changes were observed

It is thought that this imaging technique can be used in the future to help better assess skin changes as a result of radiotherapeutic treatments.

HFUS is an advantageous tool for evaluating skin changes caused by radiotherapy

Non-invasive, secure and dependable, this technique is beneficial for measuring skin thickness, echogenicity and vascularity

Moreover, it can be used for diagnosing radiation dermatitis, assessing severity, calculating potential of later radiation effects and supervising response to treatment

This study works to shed light on the potential of this assessment method concerning skin alterations after radiotherapy.

Ultrasound is a useful tool for many medical professionals, and high frequency ultrasound is no exception

A study conducted at the Department of Precision Medicine at Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy is looking into the use of high frequency ultrasonography to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes

The results suggest potential value for this application, however it is not widely used in clinical practice yet

This is likely due to a lack of knowledge about the benefits of this technology among clinicians, limited access to HFUS equipment and lack of training in the use of high frequency ultrasound

With further research and education, HFUS could become more accessible in the clinical setting to better assess post-radiotherapy skin changes.

HFUS is increasingly being recognized as an effective imaging modality for detecting, assessing and managing post-radiotherapic skin changes

At the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy, trials of HFUS have highlighted its efficacy for this purpose

To maximize the advantages of HFUS in the management of post-radiotherapic skin changes, clinicians must be made aware of its benefits, access to equipment improved and training provided in its usage

This could make HFUS an invaluable resource for the diagnosis, assessment and management of post-radiotherapic skin changes.

The Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli" in Italy recently conducted a study to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes using high frequency ultrasound

The findings suggest that ultrasound can be a useful tool in assessing changes caused by radiotherapy, which could in turn help optimize the management of such changes in future studies.

Recent studies from the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy have explored the use of high frequency ultrasonography to assess radiotherapy-induced skin changes, resulting in interesting and promising findings

Research conducted from 2014 to 2015 has focused particularly on how high-frequency ultrasound can be used to measure the thickness of skin in patients with head and neck cancer after radiotherapy, and to assess skin changes in patients with breast cancer after radiotherapy

These studies have given valuable information on how to accurately measure and observe radiation-induced skin changes.

A valuable tool, high frequency ultrasonography, for assessing radiotherapy-induced skin changes was presented in this paper

This research was conducted by the Department of Precision Medicine, Università degli Studi della Campania «Luigi Vanvitelli» in Italy

The results indicated that the application of this technique was successful in assessing the radiotherapy-induced skin changes

This technique demonstrated promising outcomes and may be utilized in future assessments of the effects of radiotherapy.