Meta-analysis of the value of dual-energy computed tomography in the diagnosis of anterior cruciate ligament injuries of the knee

  • Published on 07/25/2024
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Lin Qiao 1,2, Wu Jiwen 1, Qiu Shijun 1,2

1 https://ror.org/03qb7bg95 First Clinical Medical College Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine 510405 Guangzhou People’s Republic of China
2 https://ror.org/01mxpdw03 Department of Radiology The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine No.16, Airport Road, Baiyun District 510405 Guangzhou People’s Republic of China

Abstract

Background This meta-analysis assessed the efficacy of dual-energy computed tomography (DECT) in the diagnosis of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries.
Methods The literature search was performed up to December 8, 2023, and included a comprehensive examination of several databases: PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang, and VIP. Diagnostic metrics sensitivity, specificity, positive...

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