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[Bone metastases diagnosed by ultrasound]
K Stellamor1, U Braun, M Urban
1Zentralröntgeninstitut Krankenanstalt Rudolfstiftung der Stadt Wien.
Rontgen-Blatter; Zeitschrift Fur Rontgen-Technik Und Medizinisch-Wissenschaftliche Photographie
|February 1, 1989
Summary
Sonography can identify typical patterns of osteoclastic and osteoblastic bone metastases, aiding in diagnosis. This accessible imaging method offers complementary value to other diagnostic procedures for skeletal metastases.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Bone metastases are common in cancer patients, significantly impacting morbidity.
- Both osteoclastic and osteoblastic metastases present distinct sonographic appearances.
- Skeletal metastases are frequently located in areas amenable to ultrasound examination.
Observation:
- Two cases illustrate the characteristic sonographic patterns of osteoclastic and osteoblastic bone metastases.
- Osteoclastic metastases often show soft tissue infiltration on ultrasound.
- Osteoblastic metastases also exhibit specific sonographic features.
Findings:
- Ultrasound demonstrates a typical appearance for both osteoclastic and osteoblastic bone metastases.
- Approximately 50% of skeletal metastases are found in sonographically accessible regions.
- Sonography can effectively complement other diagnostic imaging modalities.
Implications:
- Ultrasound is a valuable, low-cost, and simple tool for diagnosing bone metastases.
- Integrating sonography into the diagnostic workflow can improve the detection and characterization of skeletal metastases.
- This imaging technique offers a practical approach for evaluating metastases in easily accessible skeletal sites.