2015
DOI: 10.4103/0972-3919.158526
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Radiological and radionuclide imaging of degenerative disease of the facet joints

Abstract: The facet joint has been increasingly implicated as a potential source of lower back pain. Diagnosis can be challenging as there is not a direct correlation between facet joint disease and clinical or radiological features. The purpose of this article is to review the diagnosis, treatment, and current imaging modality options in the context of degenerative facet joint disease. We describe each modality in turn with a pictorial review using current evidence. Newer hybrid imaging techniques such as single photon… Show more

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“…In addition, fluid production in the facet joints seen on MRI is presently interpreted as a sign of instability [ 41 43 ] rather than a sign of inflammation. Perhaps the activation of the degenerative stage could be visualised by imaging of metabolic processes, using, for example, SPECT-CT or positron emission tomography-CT [ 44 ]. It is still a matter of discussion whether the response to infiltration and the prognostic value of facet joint degeneration in these imaging modalities is increased compared with those for MRI.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In addition, fluid production in the facet joints seen on MRI is presently interpreted as a sign of instability [ 41 43 ] rather than a sign of inflammation. Perhaps the activation of the degenerative stage could be visualised by imaging of metabolic processes, using, for example, SPECT-CT or positron emission tomography-CT [ 44 ]. It is still a matter of discussion whether the response to infiltration and the prognostic value of facet joint degeneration in these imaging modalities is increased compared with those for MRI.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Intervertebral disc height loss or facet degeneration is highly prevalent among patients without low back pain and therefore lack specificity 38 . The correlation between abnormal morphology on radiologic findings and pain originating from the facet joints (diagnostic value) and the prognostic value of abnormal radiologic findings and the effect of denervation is low 5,39–42 . Plain radiography, CT, MRI, scintigraphy imaging cannot accurately identify painful lumbar facet joint levels and are not routinely recommended before performing a diagnostic facet joint block 5 …”
Section: Diagnosismentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Standard views include an antero‐posterior (AP) and lateral view for detecting spinal misalignments or tumors but are of limited value to visualize facet joints. In the oblique view, joint space narrowing, sclerosis and bone hypertrophy of the facet joints can be seen, especially in severe disease 29,40 CT‐imaging—is the most sensitive imaging technique for detecting degenerative changes in facet joints due to high contrast visibility between bony structures and soft tissue, and its capability to image the joint in multiple plains 39,40 …”
Section: Diagnosismentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…MRI has a superior delineation of soft tissues compared to other imaging modality. However, both modalities were not significant predictor of clinical outcome in the treatment of facet joint block while bone SPECT was able to detect appropriate patients to be treated [ 28 ]. Fig.…”
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confidence: 99%