Two-dimensional CT measurements enable assessment of body composition on head and neck CT

ConclusionsBody composition information can be obtained with comparable reliability from head and neck CT using simple biplanar measurements as from abdominal CT.Key Points•The total paraspinal muscle area at the height of C3 and C5 correlates strongly with abdominal muscle mass.•The total cross-sectional area at the submandibular level and at the height of C3 shows good correlations with abdominal fat mass.•The described measurements facilitate a rapid, opportunistic assessment of relevant body composition parameters.

Source: European Radiology - April 7, 2022 Category: Radiology Source Type: research