Advances in Imaging (Intraop Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Synthetic Computed Tomography, Bone Scan, Low-Dose Protocols)

• Published in: Neurosurgery clinics of North America Vol. 35; no. 2; p. 161
• Main Authors: Jankowski, Pawel P, Chan, Justin P
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.04.2024
• Subjects: Spine imaging; Synthetic CT; Cone beam CT; Low-dose CT; Bone scan

Spine surgery has seen a rapid advance in the refinement and development of 3-dimensional and nuclear imaging modalities in recent years. Cone-beam CT has proven to be a valuable tool for improving the accuracy of pedicle screw placement. The use of synthetic CT and low-dose CT have also emerged as...