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Diagnostic accuracy of sonoelastography in different diseases
Iqra Manzoor1, Raham Bacha2, Syed Amir Gilani3
1University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan.
Journal of Ultrasonography
|May 31, 2018
Summary
Sonoelastography demonstrates high diagnostic accuracy for various conditions, showing 83.14% sensitivity and 81.41% specificity. This imaging technique is valuable in primary and secondary healthcare settings for disease diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Diagnostic Technology
- Ultrasound Applications
Background:
- Sonoelastography is an emerging imaging technique.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial in primary and secondary healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of sonoelastography.
- Assess its utility across various medical conditions and healthcare settings.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search of major databases (PubMed, Google Scholar, etc.) up to October 2017.
- Inclusion of original studies and reviews evaluating sonoelastography diagnostic accuracy.
- Comparison with B-mode sonography, surgical, and histological findings as reference standards.
Main Results:
- Analyzed 46 studies covering breast masses, lymph nodes, prostate carcinoma, liver diseases, and more.
- Overall sensitivity of sonoelastography was 83.14%.
- Overall specificity of sonoelastography was 81.41%.
Conclusions:
- Sonoelastography exhibits high sensitivity and specificity.
- It is an effective tool for diagnosing a wide range of disorders.
- The technique shows promise in both primary and secondary healthcare settings.
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