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[Pericochlear hypodensity on CT: normal variant in childhood].

P de Brito1, J P Metais, E Lescanne

  • 1Hôpital Clocheville CHRU Tours 49 boulevard Béranger 37044 Tours Cedex 9 France. philippedebrito@hotmail.com

Journal De Radiologie
|June 22, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Pericochlear hypodensity is common in children, found in nearly 40% of CT scans, regardless of the reason for the scan. This finding often lacks clinical correlation, requiring careful interpretation.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Pediatric Imaging
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Pericochlear hypodensities on CT scans are often associated with specific conditions like otosclerosis.
  • The prevalence and clinical significance in pediatric populations are not well-established.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the prevalence of pericochlear hypodensity on CT in children.
  • To correlate CT findings with indications for imaging (headache, trauma).

Main Methods:

  • Helical CT scans of the temporal bone were analyzed.
  • Slice thickness varied (0.5-0.75 mm) with multiplanar reconstructions.
  • Significant hypodensities (≥0.4 mm) were recorded, noting their morphology and laterality.

Main Results:

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  • Pericochlear hypodensity was identified in approximately 40% of pediatric cases.
  • Prevalence did not differ based on CT indication, sex, or age (newborns to adolescents).
  • Curvilinear type was more frequent on coronal views; unilateral and bilateral involvement were equally common.

Conclusions:

  • A high prevalence of pericochlear hypodensity exists in the pediatric population.
  • The finding often lacks direct clinical correlation.
  • Interpretation of this CT sign requires caution, especially when considering conditions like otosclerosis or osteogenesis imperfecta.