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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXI | Pages 140 - 140
1 May 2012
S. H P. H H. Z M. K I. TJ S. S H. M
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Introduction

The advantage of using SPECT-CT over conventional bone scanning is that it has the promise of linking the multiplanar reconstructional images of CT with the functional analysis of bone scintigraphy. It delivers information regarding new pathology and is regarded as more sensitive and specific. We present our experience of use of the SPECT-CT in the analysis of continued or recurrent pain post-foot and ankle arthrodesis.

Methods and Materials

A retrospective analysis of all post-arthrodesis patients with continued pain who underwent SPECT-CT was carried out. The scans and notes from clinical examination were evaluated. The request for the scan was at the clinician's discretion and was reserved for presentations where the diagnosis was unclear on clinical and radiological grounds.