Advancing Precision in CT-guided Bone Biopsies: Exploring the Potential of Dual-energy CT Imaging

Overview

Journal Radiol Med

Specialty Radiology

Date 2024 Nov 21

PMID 39572472

Authors

Enrico Boninsegna

Enrico Piovan

Carlo Sozzi

Emilio Simonini

Giacomo Aringhieri

Dania Cioni

Emanuele Neri

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Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the integration of dual-energy CT (DECT) into CT-guided bone biopsy procedures, comparing it with conventional CT techniques. The focus was on technical aspects, accuracy and radiation dose exposure.

Materials And Methods: A total of 51 bone biopsies were conducted, with 36 using conventional CT and 15 utilizing DECT. Patient data, lesion characteristics and biopsy techniques were analyzed. Statistical analyses, including Fisher's exact test and independent samples t-test, were performed to compare accuracy and radiation doses between the two methods.

Results: DECT-guided biopsies demonstrated a significantly higher accuracy (93.33%) compared to conventional CT biopsies (86.11%). The radiation dose exposure for DECT was comparable to conventional CT. DECT's ability to differentiate tissues, especially in bone marrow edema detection, led to higher precision.

Conclusion: Integrating DECT into CT-guided bone biopsies enhances tissue differentiation and accuracy without significantly increasing radiation exposure. This advancement holds promise for improving musculoskeletal interventional radiology, leading to more precise diagnoses, informed treatment decisions and improved patient outcomes.

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