Infrared thermography: An investigative tool for detection of subclinical bleed in hemophilia on prophylaxis.

ABSTRACT: Background & objectives Subclinical joint bleed is a matter of concern in individuals with hemophilia on prophylaxis. Ultrasonography (USG) is mostly used for the screening of subclinical bleeds in such individuals but it has its own limitations. Thus a more comprehensive technology is required for the detection of the same. This study undertook to evaluate the efficacy of infrared thermography (IRT) for detection of subclinical joint bleeds and its comparison with ultrasonography and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), considering MRI as the gold standard. Methods Forty eight asymptomatic individuals with hemophiliacs on prophylaxis and 15 healthy males as controls were recruited. IRT, USG and MRI were done in all participants included in the study. FLIR camera systems were used for the cap

SUBMITTER: Ghosh M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11544572 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature