Evaluating Marrow Edema will Improve the Confidence Level of Radiology Trainees in Detection of Pelvic or Hip Fractures

Overview

About this study

The purposes of this study are to assess the accuracy of dual-energy CT (DECT) virtual non-calcium technique to detect subtle or occult pelvic or hip fractures in emergency room patients and to assess the impact on confidence of detection of pelvic or hip fractures utilizing the VNCa technique in radiology trainees with varying degrees of training.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

Radiology Trainee Accrual

Current trainees at the Mayo Clinic Rochester, Department of Radiology, who provide oral consent to participate.

Patients Accrued under 16-006250

All adults with pelvic or hip CTs scanned with the dual-energy CT technique who have given approval for research.

Exclusion Criteria:

Radiology Trainee Accrual

Not a current resident or trainee at the Mayo Clinic Rochester, Department of Radiology

Patients Accrued under 16-006250

Any patient who refused research.

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