Cone beam computed tomography incidental findings of the cervical spine and clivus: retrospective analysis and review of the literature

Alsufyani, Noura

doi:10.1016/j.oooo.2017.02.011

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“…The CBCT-based scanning is a modern computer-based imaging technology that provides a three-dimensional scan of the region of interest. With the escalated use of CBCT imaging in clinical dentistry and related research, the number of studies( Alsufyani, 2017 , Avsever et al, 2018 , Clark et al, 2017 , Edwards et al, 2014 , Oser et al, 2017 ) published in this discipline have also increased. Results from a recent systematic review showed that although there is a high frequency of Ifs; a vast majority of such Ifs are non-life threatening and do not warrant immediate medical attention ( Dief et al, 2019 ).…”

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“…The CBCT provides imaging at reduced radiation exposure and costs in contrast to traditional medical imaging ( Al-Rawi et al, 2010 ). However, with the increased use of CBCT imaging in clinical dentistry and related research, the field of view (FOV) has led to the identification of findings (or incidental findings [IFs]) on the CBCT images of the maxillofacial region ( Alsufyani, 2017 , Clark et al, 2017 , Oser et al, 2017 ). In the study by Avsever et al (2018 ) assessed incidental findings in maxillofacial CBCT scans of 691 patients.…”

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Incidental findings in maxillary sinus area on cone-beam-computed-tomographic-scans: A retrospective study with emphasis on gender and ethnicity

Binshabaib

ALHarthi

Alkraida

et al. 2021

The Saudi Dental Journal

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Aim The aim was to assess the presence of incidental-findings (IFs) on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of faciomaxillary region with emphasis on gender and ethnicity. Materials and methods A retrospective analysis of incidental findings (IFs) in the maxillary sinus was performed. All CBCT-scans were performed using a Cone Beam 3D imaging system and examined using a software program. These images were taken for treatment planning for dental implant therapy of partially edentulous individuals. Four-hundred CBCT scans were retrospectively evaluated. Data regarding age, gender and ethnicity (Saudi Arabian, Egyptian, Filipino and Pakistani) of the patients was recorded. When P-value were lesser than 0.05, the difference was deemed significant. Results Four hundred CBCT-based scans were investigated. The IFs were seen in 30.2%, 32.1%, 35.1% and 34.4% individuals belonging to the Egyptian, Saudi Arabian, Pakistani and Filipino ethnicities, respectively. Mucosal-thickening was more often identified in Saudi-Arabian (P < 0.05), Pakistani (P < 0.05) and Filipino males (P < 0.05) than females in the respective ethnic group. There was no difference in the identification of IFs (mucous retention cysts, opacifications, sinus septa and sinus floor discontinuation) related to the maxillary sinus region among males belonging to the Egyptian, Saudi-Arabian, Filipino and Pakistani ethnic groups. Interpretations and conclusion The CBCT-based technology is valuable resource for the identification of IFs.

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Incidental findings in maxillary sinus area on cone-beam-computed-tomographic-scans: A retrospective study with emphasis on gender and ethnicity

Binshabaib

ALHarthi

Alkraida

et al. 2021

The Saudi Dental Journal

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“…Incidental findings and anatomical variations [1] should be of interest for dentists using CBCT in daily practice [2,3]. Multiple retrospective studies on incidental findings on CBCT [4,5] were already performed on diverse human populations such as in Germany (1029 CBCT) [6], United States (between 200 and 1000 CBCT depending of a study) [7][8][9][10][11], Canada (427 CBCT [12] and 7689 CBCT specifically about clivus and cervical spine [13]), Brazil (150 CBCT) [5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14], Switzerland (999 CBCT) [15], India (201 CBCT of maxillary sinus) [16], Iran (198 CBCT of maxillary sinuses) [17], Turkey (207 CBCT) [18], and South Korea (500 CBCT) [19].…”

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Accessibility to the knowledge on anatomical variations from dentomaxillofacial CBCT

Olszewski¹,

Hebda

2020

Nemesis

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Objective: to investigate the accessibility of open access article on anatomical variations described on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) using PubMed database. We wanted to investigate how many journals are sharing articles without pay-wall and how many are sharing articles without author publication charges. Material and methods: a search equation was designed with exclusion criteria limiting the search in PubMed to articles published in English and French. The search was performed by one observer. We had found 2228 articles; among them 709 were accessible as ‘full text’. After applying exclusion criteria and after full text reading only 50 articles remained for the review. Results: the 50 selected articles shared 306 annotated (visual marking, explanation like arrows) and 432 not annotated figures with the public. The 76% of articles were single studies on one specific topic. The main topic was endodontics with 22 articles. 28 journals from all continents participated in the effort of sharing of figures on anatomical variations from CBCT. However, only 2 journals were completely free of charges for authors and readers. Conclusions: we have found only 15 annotated and 3 not annotated figures in 2 articles published in 2 different open access journals (without reader pay-wall and without author publication charges). Sharing the knowledge on anatomical variations from dentomaxillofacial CBCT represents an exception in dental literature.

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“…Several articles reported incidental findings in CBCT scans, although focusing on specific populations, FOVs or regions of interest [14]. A recent umbrella review in medical imaging has drawn attention to the high prevalence of incidental imaging findings and the need for precise guidelines about its management [15]. CBCT exams were not included in this study [16].…”

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Incidental findings in dental radiology are concerning for family doctors

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AbstractCone Beam Computerized Tomography (CBCT) is an imaging technology increasingly used in dentistry. Depending on the size of the examination area, visualization of anatomical structures outside the indication area may reveal incidental findings (IF). The aims of this systematic review and meta-analysis were to 1) evaluate the frequency, location and different types of incidental findings (IF) revealed during CBCT examinations; 2) identify potential influencing factors such as gender or age; 3) highlight what the family doctor should know about CBCT and the benefits for medical care.70 retrospective studies were included. 60% of IF are in the naso-oropharyngeal airway and paranasal sinuses. Carotid calcifications were observed with a mean prevalence of 9% CI95% [2-21]). Meta-regression showed a significant association of this prevalence with age, irrespective of gender.Given the high frequency of IF, with varying severity, the whole medical community is fully involved, and its opinion should be sought to ensure the best possible management for the patients. Physicians may also require CBCT examinations that would have been previously prescribed by a dentist, that may serve to better orientate investigations toward another imaging technique. The family doctor is therefore the dentist’s main interlocutor and the main coordinator of the follow-up of IF.

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Cone beam computed tomography incidental findings of the cervical spine and clivus: retrospective analysis and review of the literature

Cited by 16 publications

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Incidental findings in maxillary sinus area on cone-beam-computed-tomographic-scans: A retrospective study with emphasis on gender and ethnicity

Incidental findings in maxillary sinus area on cone-beam-computed-tomographic-scans: A retrospective study with emphasis on gender and ethnicity

Accessibility to the knowledge on anatomical variations from dentomaxillofacial CBCT

Incidental findings in dental radiology are concerning for family doctors

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