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Computer tomography in basal ganglia calcification

A Danziger, W J Kalk, M P Sandler

    Clinical Radiology
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    Computer tomography (CT) reveals a higher incidence of basal ganglia calcification in hypoparathyroidism than previously thought. CT

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Radiology
    • Endocrinology

    Background:

    • Basal ganglia calcification is a recognized complication of hypoparathyroidism.
    • Previous diagnostic methods, like conventional radiography, may underestimate its prevalence.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present the computer tomographic (CT) findings in basal ganglia calcification.
    • To compare the sensitivity of CT with conventional radiography in detecting these calcifications in hypoparathyroidism.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of computer tomographic scans.
    • Analysis of basal ganglia calcification incidence in patients with hypoparathyroidism.

    Main Results:

    • Computer tomography demonstrates a significantly higher incidence of basal ganglia calcification in hypoparathyroidism than previously reported.

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  • CT is more sensitive than conventional radiography for detecting basal ganglia calcifications.

    • Conclusions:

    • CT is a superior imaging modality for identifying basal ganglia calcification in hypoparathyroidism.
    • The actual prevalence of basal ganglia calcification in hypoparathyroidism is likely underestimated by conventional radiography.