期刊
TOMOGRAPHY
卷 8, 期 1, 页码 180-188出版社
MDPI
DOI: 10.3390/tomography8010015
关键词
SPECT; CT; TKA; retrieval analysis
This study aimed to investigate the relationship between bone tracer uptake distribution patterns in SPECT/CT and retrieval findings. The results showed that in patients with asymmetric distribution, those with more extended BTU in the medial compartment had significantly thinner insertions in the medial compartment, and vice versa in the lateral side. This study supports the hypothesis that SPECT/CT can identify bone activity due to implant position and loading.
Background: SPECT/CT distribution patterns in patients with total knee replacements have previously been correlated with factors such as time of implantation, implant type and alignment. It is unknown, however, if an increased and more extended bone tracer uptake (BTU) in SPECT/CT, representing loading of the joint, correlates with findings from retrieval studies. The aim of this study was to further understand this subject. Materials and Methods: 62 retrieved TKA were included. SPECT/CT was performed prior to revision. Quantitative and qualitative medio-lateral comparisons of BTU intensity and distribution in the tibia were performed. Retrieval analysis was performed with a micro-CT method to assess the thickness differences between medial and lateral sides of polyethylene inserts with symmetrical designs. Results: In the subgroup of TKA with asymmetrical SPECT/CT distribution, there was a significant correlation between retrieval and medical imaging data (p = 0.0355): patients showing a more extended BTU in the medial compartment also had a significantly thinner insert in the medial compartment, and vice versa in the lateral side. Conclusion: This is the first study comparing BTU distribution patterns and retrieval findings. Our results support the hypothesis that SPECT/CT is able to identify bone activity due to implant position and loading.
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