Bone SPECT/CT has excellent sensitivity and specificity for diagnosis of loosening and patellofemoral problems after total knee arthroplasty

ConclusionThe diagnostic benefits of SPECT/CT in the challenging and complex cohort of patients with pain after primary TKA have been proven. The excellent sensitivity and specificity for detection of tibial or femoral component loosening and diagnosis of patellofemoral OA have been surgically confirmed. Due to the benefits in establishing the correct diagnosis, SPECT/CT should be implemented as part of the routine diagnostic algorithm for patients with pain after primary TKA.Level of evidenceII.
Source: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research