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CT findings in leukemia.

E Heiberg, M K Wolverson, M Sundaram

    AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology
    |December 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    Computed tomographic (CT) scans reveal diverse abnormalities in leukemia patients, with hemorrhage being the most frequent complication. Differentiating leukemia-related findings from other conditions often requires CT-guided aspiration.

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    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Oncology
    • Hematology

    Background:

    • Leukemia often presents with complex radiological findings.
    • Computed tomography (CT) is a key imaging modality in evaluating leukemic patients.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the spectrum of CT abnormalities in patients with leukemia.
    • To identify common complications and diagnostic challenges in leukemic patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 84 computed tomographic (CT) scans from patients diagnosed with leukemia.
    • Analysis of imaging findings attributed to leukemia and its complications.

    Main Results:

    • A wide range of abnormalities were observed, including lymphadenopathy, visceral enlargement, focal defects, and tissue infiltration.

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  • Hemorrhage was the most common complication, often detectable on noncontrast CT scans.
  • Distinguishing between old hematomas, infection foci, and leukemic infiltration required CT-guided aspiration.
  • Unusual septic complications like liver microabscesses and typhlitis were identified.

    • Conclusions:

    • CT imaging plays a crucial role in detecting leukemic abnormalities and complications.
    • Hemorrhage is a frequent complication in leukemia, identifiable via CT.
    • CT-guided aspiration is essential for definitive diagnosis when differentiating between hematoma, infection, and leukemic infiltration.