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Paediatric Radiology is a subject which makes many radiologists feel insecure, particularly in the emergency situation. There is certainly a trend for surgical cases to be referred to specialist centres where paediatric surgeons and anaesthetists are available. Nevertheless all acute hospitals will have emergency paediatric cases presenting to them and, at the very least, some form of case selection has to be carried out. This issue covers the subject of emergency paediatric radiology with a clear account of the role of radiology in diagnosis and management. MRI of degenerative lumbar disc disease is also addressed in this issue. Some would argue that with careful patient selection it should replace the plain film and the use of MRI in evaluating both the symptomatic and post-operative spine is discussed. New techniques are not forgotten in the article on Uterine Artery Embolisation and a discussion of its clinical outcomes and future role. These three articles all have accompanying MCQ questions which can be answered and submitted for CME credits. Following the recent College reassessment of the CME system, those obtaining a score of 75% or more are eligible for two category 1 CME credits. Also in this issue is a technical guide to thoracic biopsy and an article on contrast agent controversies. Finally, test yourself on the barium swallow quiz!

I hope you find this issue helpful and informative.