Comparative evaluation of MRI-based bone-targeted sequences and computed tomography for preoperative assessment of midfacial trauma - PubMed
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- #Midfacial Trauma
- #MRI
- #CT
- The study compares CT and MRI for preoperative assessment of midfacial trauma.
- CT showed excellent fracture detection (98%) and fastest evaluation times (30-82 seconds).
- Among MRI protocols, UTE and StarVIBE performed best, detecting 88-89% of fractures with high reliability.
- Darkbone, DESS, and STIR MRI protocols had lower detection rates (up to 43%).
- UTE and StarVIBE were effective for orbital, zygomaticomaxillary, and nasal bone fractures.
- MRI provides radiation-free imaging with superior soft-tissue contrast but CT remains essential for emergencies.
- The study suggests MRI as a feasible preoperative alternative in trauma management.