Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Overlay in the Spine for Surgical Planning: A Technical Report

2021 ◽  
pp. 155633162110395
Author(s):  
Alberto A. Perez ◽  
Edward S. Yoon ◽  
Sravisht Iyer ◽  
Virginie Lafage ◽  
Harvinder Sandhu ◽  
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Background: Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies are used separately for surgical planning of spine surgery. Advanced techniques exist for creating CT-MR fusion images, but at this time these techniques are not easily accessible for large-scale use. Technique: We propose a simple graphical technique for CT-MR image overlay, for use in the surgical planning of spinal decompression and guidance of intraoperative resection. The proposed technique involves overlaying a single cross-section from anatomically comparable MRI and CT studies on any software with basic image editing functions. Results: We demonstrate CT-MR fusion images of 8 patients of the senior author in which the technique was used. We found that it can also be referenced intraoperatively for navigation.Conclusions: Compared to other techniques, our proposed method can be easily implemented by clinicians to create simple CT-MRI fusion images that can be useful for preoperative planning and intraoperative navigation.

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 300-301
Author(s):  
M Monachese ◽  
S Li ◽  
M Salim ◽  
L Guimaraes ◽  
P D James

Abstract Background Pancreatic cystic lesions are increasingly identified in persons undergoing abdominal imaging. Serous cystic neoplasms (SCNs) have a very low risk of malignant transformation. Resection of SCNs is not recommended in the absence of related symptoms. The accuracy of computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to identify SCNs is not known and may impact clinical care. Aims To evaluate the accuracy of computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for the diagnosis of SCN. To see how this can impact the decision to resect suspected SCNs. Methods Retrospective cohort study of patients from the University Health Network with suspected SCNs from 2017–2020 who underwent either a CT or MRI of the abdomen. Reports noting pancreatic cystic lesions were identified and reviewed. Only cases with suspected SCNs were included. Clinical (age, sex, symptoms, treatment) and radiographic (type of imaging, reported cyst characteristics) data was collected. Pathology was reviewed for all cases where the cysts was biopsied or resected during follow-up. The gold standard for the diagnosis for SCN was pathology of resected specimen or EUS-guided biopsy cytopathology showing no evidence of a mucinous lesion, CEA level below 10ug per L and amylase level below 50 U/L. Results 163 patients were included in the study. 99 (61%) were female and 98 (60%) underwent CT scan. EUS-guided biopsy was performed in 24 (15%) of patients and 8 (5%) had surgical resection. Multidisciplinary review was performed in 6 of the 8 cases that went to surgery. Of the resected specimens, 5 (63%) were SCN, 1 was a mucinous cystic lesion, 1 was a neuroendocrine tumor and 1 was a carcinoma. Two patients underwent EUS evaluation prior to surgical resection. In one case SCN was resected when EUS reported an undetermined cyst type. Reasons for surgical resection were: the diagnosis of serous cyst was not definitive (n=5), symptoms (n=2), and high-risk mucinous cystic neoplasm identified on EUS (n=1). Of 30 patients with pathology available, 15 (50%) were confirmed to have a SCN. CT and MRI had a sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value of 93%, 25%, 52% and 80%, respectively. Conclusions Surgical resection for SCN lesions is driven by diagnostic uncertainty after cross-sectional imaging. Multidisciplinary review and EUS evaluation may improve diagnostic accuracy and should be considered prior to surgical resection of possible SCN lesions. Funding Agencies None


2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 111-112
Author(s):  
Pradipta K Parida

ABSTRACT Pleomorphic adenoma is a benign tumor of the salivary glands, most commonly affecting the parotid gland. Pleomorphic adenoma of the ear is rare. The use of imaging modalities, especially magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), is particularly useful in localizing and surgical planning of these tumors. We present a case of pleomorphic adenoma invading the mastoid cortical bone, with review of literature. How to cite this article Vamanshankar H, Parida PK. Mastoid Bone involved by Pleomorphic Adenoma. Int J Otorhinolaryngol Clin 2016;8(3):111-112.


2009 ◽  
Vol 56 (3) ◽  
pp. 39-44
Author(s):  
R.M. Maksimovic ◽  
B.A. Banko ◽  
J.P. Milovanovic

Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are enabling more precise diagnosis and treatment planning in patients with diseases of the larynx. The aim of this article is to describe the role of these methods in assessment of the laringeal diseases and key local anatomic characteristics important for spread of the disease. CT and MRI have a valuable contribution to the staging of the tumors due to the possibility to show the relationship to the ventricular complex, involvement of the subumucosal spaces, defining craniocaudal and anterposterior extension, laringeal cartilage invasion, as well as regional lymph node metastases.


1996 ◽  
Vol 75 (3) ◽  
pp. 161-168 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reinhardt J. Heuer ◽  
Robert Thayer Sataloff ◽  
Steven Mandel ◽  
Nancy Travers

Cases of neurogenic stuttering have been reported in the literature throughout the past century. Site(s) of lesion(s) have been documented usually by association of symptoms, EEG studies and occasionally by computed tomography (CT). The authors present three cases in which the site(s) of lesion(s) are documented by CT, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and SPECT. This study supports previous findings of neurogenic stuttering following either bilateral diffuse lesions or a unilateral lesion. In at least one case, the actual site of the lesion would have been missed without the use of SPECT testing. EEG studies were not helpful in identifying the site of the lesion.


2019 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 22-27
Author(s):  
T. L. Pavlova ◽  
G. A. Kotova ◽  
G. A. Gerasimov

The urgency of the problem of endocrine ophthalmopathy (EOP) is currently in no doubt. This is due to the fact that relatively recently methods of objective assessment of the state of the eyeball and orbital tissues using ultrasound (ultrasound), computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have appeared. At the same time, the etiology and pathogenesis of EOP are not well understood, which undoubtedly affects the validity and effectiveness of various treatment methods.


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