Utility of imaging techniques in the diagnosis of oral cancer

Journal of Cranio-maxillo-facial Surgery : Official Publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
María Gracia Sarrión PérezCristina Marzal

Abstract

Imaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and positron emission tomography (PET) are often used to complement the clinical exploration and staging of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Which of these techniques is best in establishing correct staging and treatment planning is not clear, however. This study aims to determine which technique is most appropriate for diagnosing the primary tumor and for detecting bone invasion and neck metastases. A Medline literature search was made over the last 10 years. In each selected study, we recorded the sample size and sensitivity, specificity and precision. Strengths and limitations of each study were assessed also. Eight articles relating to detection of the primary tumor, 19 to bone invasion, and 28 to neck metastases were selected and compared. Despite the high precision of positron emission tomography (PET) or hybrid techniques in detecting the primary tumor, they have not replaced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT), particularly in the case of small lesions. MRI and CT are adequate techniques in the assessment of bone invasion.Recent studies have shown good results with PET-CT and cone-beam CT, but future studi...Continue Reading

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