Title: Diagnosis value of 3D and multiplanar reconstruction spiral CT in cervical spinal fractures
Abstract: Objective To study the image features and clinical significance of 3D and multiplanar reconstruction helical CT in cervical spinal fractures. Methods 20 cases of cervical spinal fractures underwent spiral CT scanning and were observed with axial scanning, 3D and multiplanar reconstruction (MPR) image that focused on the cervical spinal fracture and characteristics of CT manifestation. Results In the 20 cases, axial CT demonstrated 25 vertebral body fractures, 5 spinous process fractures, 5 pedicles fractures, 10 laminal fractures, 1 articular dislocations, 2 vertebral dislocation, 1 rotation, and 22 spinal canal stenosis. 3D surface reconstruction demonstrated 25 vertebral body fractures, 5 spinous process fractures, 4 pedicles fractures, 7 laminal fractures, 3 articular dislocations, 2 vertebral dislocation, 1 rotation, and 22 spinal canal stenosis. 3D and MPR demonstrated vertebral body fracture well, but for dislocation and/or rotation, 3D surface reconstruction was better. Conclusion 3D and MPR of spinal CT are useful in the diagnosis of cervical spinal fractures. The combination of axial helical CT scanning, 3D, and MPR will greatly contribute to establish a correct preoperative diagnosis and accordingly to select a right surgical approach.
Publication Year: 2005
Publication Date: 2005-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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