Table 2 Results of DECT scanning in patients with non-tophaceous gout
Patient | Distribution of MSU deposits detected by DECT scanning | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Any joint | Joint shown to have MSU crystals by aspiration | ||
1 | - | - | First MTP |
2 | + | - | First MTP |
3 | - | - | First MTP |
4 | + | + | Knee |
5 | - | - | Ankle |
6 | + | - | First MTP |
7 | + | - | First MTP |
8 | + | + | Knee |
9 | - | - | First MTP |
10 | + | + | ankle |
- | 1st MTP | ||
11 | + | - | MCP |
Overall sensitivity | 7/11 (64 %) | 3/12 (25 %) | |