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  • Oncology
  • Radiology
  • Orthopedic Oncology

Background:

  • Bone metastases occur in a significant percentage of cancer diagnoses and are prevalent across many cancer types.
  • The spine and proximal long bones are the most frequent sites for bone metastasis.
  • Early detection and accurate diagnosis of bone metastases are critical for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of radiological semiology in diagnosing bone metastases.
  • To highlight the utility of Lodwick criteria for assessing malignancy and aggressiveness on plain radiographs.
  • To outline the complementary roles of CT and MRI in evaluating bone lesions and their extensions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of radiological semiology for bone metastases.
  • Application of Lodwick criteria for initial diagnosis on plain radiographs.
  • Utilizing CT scans for malignancy confirmation and MRI for marrow involvement and extension assessment.

Main Results:

  • Radiological semiology is essential for diagnosing bone metastases, particularly in ambiguous clinical contexts.
  • Lodwick criteria aid in assessing malignancy and tumor aggressiveness on initial plain radiographs.
  • CT confirms malignancy, while MRI provides detailed information on bone marrow and tumor spread.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate radiological assessment is vital for diagnosing bone metastases and guiding treatment.
  • Lodwick criteria offer valuable insights into tumor characteristics at initial diagnosis.
  • Advanced imaging like CT and MRI are indispensable for comprehensive evaluation of bone metastases.