Dual-energy computed tomographic tendon algorithm in acute trauma: initial experiences

J Comput Assist Tomogr. 2014 May-Jun;38(3):348-51. doi: 10.1097/RCT.0000000000000051.

Abstract

Computed tomography has become increasingly popular in the assessment of limbs in the acute trauma setting. Bony anatomic detail is excellent; however, soft tissue detail is typically limited, especially when compared with ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging. The advent of dual-energy computed tomography has allowed additional information to be gathered regarding the morphology of collagen-based soft tissue structures. We report our initial experiences of 4 cases with imaging and clinical correlation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Algorithms*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Multiple Trauma / diagnostic imaging*
  • Pilot Projects
  • Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / methods*
  • Radiography, Dual-Energy Scanned Projection / methods*
  • Reproducibility of Results
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Tendon Injuries / diagnostic imaging*
  • Tendons / diagnostic imaging*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*