Influence of Prior Imaging Information on Diagnostic Accuracy for Focal Skeletal Processes-A Retrospective Analysis of the Consistency between Biopsy-Verified Imaging Diagnoses.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Comparing imaging examinations with those previously obtained is considered mandatory in imaging guidelines. To our knowledge, no studies are available on neither the influence, nor the sequence, of prior imaging and reports on diagnostic accuracy using biopsy as the reference standard. Such data are important to minimize diagnostic errors and to improve the preparation of diagnostic imaging guidelines. The aim of our study was to provide such data.

Materials and methods

A retrospective cohort of 216 consecutive skeletal biopsies from patients with at least 2 different imaging modalities (X-ray, CT and MRI) performed within 6 months of biopsy was identified. The diagnostic accuracy of the individual imaging modality was assessed. Finally, the possible influence

SUBMITTER: Lange MB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9319824 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature