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Computer tomography of traumatic extracerebral lesions
The British Journal of Radiology
|December 1, 1976
Summary
Computer tomography (CT) effectively identifies traumatic intracranial extracerebral lesions and associated brain damage. While angiography is reliable, CT offers valuable insights into lesion characteristics and extent, aiding diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Traumatic intracranial extracerebral lesions require accurate diagnosis.
- Traditional diagnostic methods like angiography have limitations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of computer tomography (CT) using the EMI scanner for diagnosing traumatic intracranial extracerebral lesions.
- To compare CT findings with surgical and angiographic results.
Main Methods:
- Examination of 21 lesions in 15 patients using the EMI scanner (160x160 matrix).
- Comparison of CT results with intraoperative findings and angiography.
Main Results:
- Computer tomography provided information on lesion nature, extent, and concurrent brain damage.
- Angiography was found to be more reliable in some diagnostic aspects.
Conclusions:
- CT is a valuable tool for assessing traumatic intracranial extracerebral lesions.
- CT offers advantages over angiography by detailing lesion characteristics and associated brain injuries.