The utility of dual energy computed tomography in the management of axial gout: case reports and literature review.

Jeremy X WangBeverly NgHaesung BakDavid SpencerNicholas ManoliosPeter K K Wong

Published in: BMC rheumatology (2020)

Axial gout should be considered in the differential diagnosis of severe spinal pain. A DECT study may be a useful diagnostic tool in the management of spinal gout.

Keyphrases

computed tomography
dual energy
uric acid
case report
spinal cord
positron emission tomography
image quality
chronic pain
magnetic resonance imaging
neuropathic pain
metabolic syndrome
early onset
pain management
magnetic resonance