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Milavec H, Gasser VT, Ruder TD, Deml MC, Hautz W, Exadaktylos A, Benneker LM, Albers CE. Supplementary value and diagnostic performance of computed tomography scout view in the detection of thoracolumbar spine injuries. Emerg Radiol 2024; 31:63-71. [PMID: 38194212 DOI: 10.1007/s10140-023-02196-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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PURPOSE Assessing the diagnostic performance and supplementary value of whole-body computed tomography scout view (SV) images in the detection of thoracolumbar spine injuries in early resuscitation phase and identifying frequent image quality confounders. METHODS In this retrospective database analysis at a tertiary emergency center, three blinded senior experts independently assessed SV to detect thoracolumbar spine injuries. The findings were categorized according to the AO Spine classification system. Confounders impacting SV image quality were identified. The suspected injury level and severity, along with the confidence level, were indicated. Diagnostic performance was estimated using the caret package in R programming language. RESULTS We assessed images of 199 patients, encompassing 1592 vertebrae (T10-L5), and identified 56 spinal injuries (3.5%). Among the 199 cases, 39 (19.6%) exhibited at least one injury in the thoracolumbar spine, with 12 (6.0%) of them displaying multiple spinal injuries. The pooled sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy were 47%, 99%, and 97%, respectively. All experts correctly identified the most severe injury of AO type C. The most common image confounders were medical equipment (44.6%), hand position (37.6%), and bowel gas (37.5%). CONCLUSION SV examination holds potential as a valuable supplementary tool for thoracolumbar spinal injury detection when CT reconstructions are not yet available. Our data show high specificity and accuracy but moderate sensitivity. While not sufficient for standalone screening, reviewing SV images expedites spinal screening in mass casualty incidents. Addressing modifiable factors like medical equipment or hand positioning can enhance SV image quality and assessment.
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- Helena Milavec
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.
- Etzelclinic, Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pfaeffikon, SZ, Switzerland.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic, Pediatric and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, University Hospital Bern, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Demircioğlu A, Quinsten AS, Umutlu L, Forsting M, Nassenstein K, Bos D. Determining body height and weight from thoracic and abdominal CT localizers in pediatric and young adult patients using deep learning. Sci Rep 2023; 13:19010. [PMID: 37923758 PMCID: PMC10624655 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-46080-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 11/06/2023] Open
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In this retrospective study, we aimed to predict the body height and weight of pediatric patients using CT localizers, which are overview scans performed before the acquisition of the CT. We trained three commonly used networks (EfficientNetV2-S, ResNet-18, and ResNet-34) on a cohort of 1009 and 1111 CT localizers of pediatric patients with recorded body height and weight (between January 2013 and December 2019) and validated them in an additional cohort of 116 and 127 localizers (acquired in 2020). The best-performing model was then tested in an independent cohort of 203 and 225 CT localizers (acquired between January 2021 and March 2023). In addition, a cohort of 1401 and 1590 localizers from younger adults (acquired between January 2013 and December 2013) was added to the training set to determine if it could improve the overall accuracy. The EfficientNetV2-S using the additional adult cohort performed best with a mean absolute error of 5.58 ± 4.26 cm for height and 4.25 ± 4.28 kg for weight. The relative error was 4.12 ± 4.05% for height and 11.28 ± 12.05% for weight. Our study demonstrated that automated estimation of height and weight in pediatric patients from CT localizers can be performed.
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- Aydin Demircioğlu
- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, Hufelandstraße 55, 45147, Essen, Germany.
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, Hufelandstraße 55, 45147, Essen, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, Hufelandstraße 55, 45147, Essen, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, Hufelandstraße 55, 45147, Essen, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, Hufelandstraße 55, 45147, Essen, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, Hufelandstraße 55, 45147, Essen, Germany
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Demircioğlu A, Nassenstein K, Umutlu L. Pediatric age estimation from thoracic and abdominal CT scout views using deep learning. Sci Rep 2023; 13:2274. [PMID: 36755075 PMCID: PMC9907877 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-29296-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Age assessment is regularly used in clinical routine by pediatric endocrinologists to determine the physical development or maturity of children and adolescents. Our study investigates whether age assessment can be performed using CT scout views from thoracic and abdominal CT scans using a deep neural network. Hence, we retrospectively collected 1949 CT scout views from pediatric patients (acquired between January 2013 and December 2018) to train a deep neural network to predict the chronological age from CT scout views. The network was then evaluated on an independent test set of 502 CT scout views (acquired between January 2019 and July 2020). The trained model showed a mean absolute error of 1.18 ± 1.14 years on the test data set. A one-sided t-test to determine whether the difference between the predicted and actual chronological age was less than 2.0 years was statistically highly significant (p < 0.001). In addition, the correlation coefficient was very high (R = 0.97). In conclusion, the chronological age of pediatric patients can be assessed with high accuracy from CT scout views using a deep neural network.
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- Aydin Demircioğlu
- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147, Essen, Germany.
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147, Essen, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147, Essen, Germany
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Sandhu SJS, Valluri SK, Boatright GD, Singh RB, Gupta V, Huang J, Watson RE, Miller DA, Bhatt AA. Scout it out! Wake-Up Stroke Protocol to Expedite MRI in Stroke Patients. Curr Probl Diagn Radiol 2021; 51:293-295. [PMID: 34961646 DOI: 10.1067/j.cpradiol.2021.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2021] [Revised: 11/08/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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In wake-up stroke patients, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is useful to identify patients that would benefit from thrombolytic therapy. Our multidisciplinary stroke team developed and implemented a workflow to rapidly identify patients that are able to safely undergo an MRI exam, thus decreasing time to treatment. We employ a full-body CT scout image in our CT head protocol for acute stroke in order to identify implantable devices and foreign bodies. This protocol highlights the importance of radiology playing an active role on the multidisciplinary stroke team in order to effectively and promptly treat patients.
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL; Department of Internal Medicine, AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Pomona, NJ
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL; Department of Neurosurgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL; Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL
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Lee MH, Lubner MG, Mellnick VM, Menias CO, Bhalla S, Pickhardt PJ. The CT scout view: complementary value added to abdominal CT interpretation. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2021; 46:5021-5036. [PMID: 34075469 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-021-03135-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2021] [Revised: 05/16/2021] [Accepted: 05/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Computed tomography (CT) scout images, also known as CT localizer radiographs, topograms, or scanograms, are an important, albeit often overlooked part of the CT examination. Scout images may contain important findings outside of the scanned field of view on CT examinations of the abdomen and pelvis, such as unsuspected lung cancer at the lung bases. Alternatively, scout images can provide complementary information to findings within the scanned field of view, such as characterization of retained surgical foreign bodies. Assessment of scout images adds value and provides a complementary "opportunistic" review for interpretation of abdominopelvic CT examinations. Scout image review is a useful modern application of conventional abdominal radiograph interpretation that can help establish a diagnosis or narrow a differential diagnosis. This review discusses the primary purpose and intent of the CT scout images, addresses standard of care and bias related to scout image review, and presents a general systematic approach to assessing scout images with multiple illustrative examples, including potential pitfalls in interpreting scout images.
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- Matthew H Lee
- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, USA.
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- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, USA
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- Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, 510 S Kingshighway Blvd, Campus, Box 8131, St. Louis, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, 13400 E. Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85259, USA
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- Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, 510 S Kingshighway Blvd, Campus, Box 8131, St. Louis, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, USA
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this article is to share the views of an experienced expert witness in medical malpractice cases on the use of CT scout images. CONCLUSION The medical literature has resurrected issues regarding viewing of CT scout images. Scout images are an integral part of any CT examination and should be carefully reviewed for findings that may or may not be included in the FOV of the study.
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Precision and Accuracy of Measurements on CT Scout View. J Med Imaging Radiat Sci 2015; 46:309-316. [PMID: 31052138 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmir.2015.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2015] [Revised: 06/12/2015] [Accepted: 06/19/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The purposes of this study were to (1) investigate the limits of measurements on scout view in three computed tomography axes, x, y and z and (2) develop a model to provide better understanding of measurement accuracy. METHODS For the first objective, anteroposterior and lateral scout views of a Catphan phantom 200 mm in diameter and length were acquired with a GE scanner at 21 different table heights. Phantom measurements on scout view were performed by two experienced readers. The comparison of their measures provided estimation of precision. The accuracy was assessed by determining the bias, calculated as the difference between the values measured on scout view and the real phantom size. Second, a model was developed investigating the relationship between the dimensions of the object, its image, and the table height. This relationship was tested on our data. RESULTS Scout view measurements were precise, with less than 0.53% difference between readers. In addition, small biases of about 1 mm were detected in the z-axis, whatever the table height. In the other axes, serious biases from -13 to +73 mm were measured. Furthermore, at isocentre, overestimations up to 7 mm were shown. The results also indicated that biases in scout view measurements are because of the geometrical projection related to the object-detector distance. CONCLUSIONS Measurements in the table movement axis are precise and accurate, conferring to scout views an added value for preoperative planning in orthopedic surgery.
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The CT scout view: does it need to be routinely reviewed as part of the CT interpretation? AJR Am J Roentgenol 2014; 202:1256-63. [PMID: 24848822 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.13.10545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of our study was to determine whether the CT scout view should be routinely reviewed by comparing diagnostic information on the scout view with that provided by the correlative CT study. MATERIALS AND METHODS Two radiologists blinded to history and CT findings reviewed retrospectively 2032 scout views. All cases with major findings (defined as any abnormality that would prompt additional diagnostic tests or require management) were correlated with the CT study, other imaging study, or medical record when necessary by a third radiologist to determine the validity of the scout view finding and whether the finding was identifiable on the current CT study. RESULTS Major findings were identified in 257 (13%, reader 1) and 436 (23%, reader 2) of cases. Most major findings were confirmed (69-78%) or refuted (13-16%) by the CT study. However, 15 (6%, reader 1) and 48 (11%, reader 2) of the major findings were not included in the CT FOV, of which five (2%, reader 1) and 21 (5%, reader 2) constituted a missed pathologic finding. The most common one was cardiomegaly detected on a nonchest CT scout view. Additional pathologic findings included fracture, metastasis, avascular necrosis or subluxation of the humeral head, dilated bowel, and thoracic aortic dilatation. The most common false-positive finding was cardiomegaly. CONCLUSION In a small percentage of cases, review of the CT scout view will disclose significant pathologic findings not included in the CT FOV. The results of this study support the routine inspection of the scout view, especially for the detection of pathologic findings in anatomic regions not imaged by CT.
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Orman G, Bosemani T, Tekes A, Poretti A, Huisman TAGM. Scout view in pediatric CT neuroradiological evaluation: do not underestimate! Childs Nerv Syst 2014; 30:307-11. [PMID: 24085494 DOI: 10.1007/s00381-013-2288-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2013] [Accepted: 09/17/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE Computed tomography (CT) is an important first-line imaging tool in pediatric neuroradiology. The scout view (SV) is essential for planning the CT study. It is frequently underestimated for its diagnostic value but may harbor important diagnostic clues. We present and discuss the role of SV in the accurate interpretation of pediatric neuroradiological CT studies. METHODS CT studies have been collected over 12 months by an experienced pediatric neuroradiologist. Retrospective evaluation of SV and axial CT images was performed in nine children, where the SV gave important diagnostic information. Abnormalities on SV were classified as (1) located outside the field of view as imaged by the cross-sectional CT slices or (2) located in the plane of the cross-sectional CT slices or orthogonal to it. RESULTS Five male and four female patients were included. The mean age at CT was 9.86 years (range, 0.75 to 19 years). Abnormalities on SV were located outside of the field of view as imaged by cross-sectional CT slices in six out of nine children and were within the plane of the CT slices or orthogonal to it in three out of nine children. CONCLUSIONS A thorough and accurate evaluation of the SV may add valuable, clinically relevant information and should be a routine part of the interpretation of each pediatric neuroradiological CT study.
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- Gunes Orman
- Section of Pediatric Neuroradiology, Division of Pediatric Radiology, Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Missed lung cancers on the scout view: do we look every time? Case Rep Med 2013; 2013:760543. [PMID: 24489553 PMCID: PMC3891612 DOI: 10.1155/2013/760543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2013] [Accepted: 12/10/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Scout views are digital radiographs obtained to aid planning of the subsequent computed tomography (CT) examination. Review of these scout views may provide additional information not demonstrated on the axial images, but such reviews may not necessarily be performed routinely, especially in the context of abdominopelvic CT studies. We illustrate the value of the scout images by presenting a series of representative cases of missed pulmonary neoplasms in five patients who originally underwent such examinations.
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Computed tomography scout view is a mode of operating a CT system. It is generally used to prescribe CT slices and to display slice locations rather than for direct diagnosis. However, we found that a careful study of CT scout view can contribute significantly to the diagnosis. We show seven abdominal, two chest and two head CT, where the study of CT scout view allowed diagnoses to be made that were not readily apparent from the axial slices.
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- O R Brook
- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Rambam Medical Center, Haifa, Israel.
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Ogutcen-Toller M, Sarac YS, Cakr-Ozkan N, Sarac D, Sakan B. Computerized tomographic evaluation of effects of mandibular anterior repositioning on the upper airway: a pilot study. J Prosthet Dent 2004; 92:184-9. [PMID: 15295329 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2004.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Snoring is related to narrowing of the upper airway. Treatment options for snoring may have potential side effects or discomfort which may not be tolerated by some patients. Mandibular advancement devices may cause fewer negative side effects than other treatment modalities and have been advocated as a treatment for snoring. PURPOSE The aim of the pilot study was to evaluate effects of the anterior mandibular positioner (AMP) on upper airway structures in patients with a snoring problem. MATERIAL AND METHODS Fifteen subjects with snoring problems as identified by spouses or close relatives were selected to complete a questionnaire related to snoring, respiratory symptoms, body mass index (BMI), and smoking habits. Computerized tomography (CT) scans were obtained with and without AMP device fabricated as a monoblock of acrylic resin. Measurements of the oropharynx including length (mm), cross-sectional area (mm2), and plane angle (degrees) were made using anatomic landmarks on standardized CT images and lateral scanograms. The data were statistically evaluated using Wilcoxon signed rank test (alpha=.05). RESULTS When the AMP was inserted, the cross-sectional area of the oropharynx increased by 60 mm2 on average (P<.05). A mean increase of 2.4 mm (range 1-7 mm) was observed in the posterior airway space on lateral scanograms (P<.005). The range for mandibular advancement was between 4 and 8 mm (mean 5.73 mm). CONCLUSION The primary effect of the AMP was enlargement of the oropharyngeal airway. Within the limitations of this pilot study, the results suggest that CT evaluation of the upper airway structures may be helpful in determining treatment modality and monitoring the effectiveness of the positioner.
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- Melahat Ogutcen-Toller
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey.
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