Case Series: Dual-Energy CT in Extra-Articular Manifestations of Gout: Main Teaching Point: Dual-energy CT is a valuable asset in the detection of extra-articular manifestations of gout

Extra-articular manifestations of gout are common. The Achilles tendon is a frequently affected site, and uric acid deposition may have harmful effects on tendon structure and function. Advanced imaging can aid in early diagnosis, follow-up of disease activity and therapy efficacy. This case series...

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Autores principales: De Vulder, Nando, Chen, Min, Huysse, Wouter, Herregods, Nele, Verstraete, Koenraad, Jans, Lennart
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Ubiquity Press 2020
Materias:
Case Report
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7274205/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32524069
http://dx.doi.org/10.5334/jbsr.2113
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Sumario:Extra-articular manifestations of gout are common. The Achilles tendon is a frequently affected site, and uric acid deposition may have harmful effects on tendon structure and function. Advanced imaging can aid in early diagnosis, follow-up of disease activity and therapy efficacy. This case series highlights the use of dual-energy CT as a tool in diagnosing gout and in detecting extra-articular manifestations.

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