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CT guided versus non-image guided bone marrow aspiration and biopsy: Comparison of indications, specimen quality and cost.

Yousef AlshumraniDaniel DroukasBrian J CarneyRobert WillimAlexander BrookJim S Wu
Published in: Clinical imaging (2024)
CT guided BMAB are commonly performed in patients with large body habitus and failed attempt. However, the cost is 12.7 fold higher with no increase in specimen quality. These findings can help referrers be cost conscious.
Keyphrases
  • bone marrow
  • image quality
  • computed tomography
  • dual energy
  • ultrasound guided
  • contrast enhanced
  • mesenchymal stem cells
  • positron emission tomography