Diffusion-weighted imaging versus non-contrast magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis during pregnancy
AUTOR(ES)
Kulali, Fatma
FONTE
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira
DATA DE PUBLICAÇÃO
2023
RESUMO
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic performance of diffusion-weighted imaging compared to non-contrast magnetic resonance imaging in the differential diagnosis of acute appendicitis in pregnant patients. METHODS: A total of 72 pregnant patients with the suspicion of acute appendicitis who underwent magnetic resonance imaging combined with diffusion-weighted imaging examinations were enrolled in this retrospective study. Magnetic resonance imaging images (non-contrast and diffusion-weighted imaging sequences) were evaluated. Moreover, apparent diffusion coefficient ratios were estimated. The diagnostic performances of magnetic resonance imaging and diffusion-weighted imaging findings were statistically analyzed on the basis of surgical and follow-up results. RESULTS: Of 72 pregnant patients, 10 (14%) had acute appendicitis on magnetic resonance imaging and diffusion-weighted imaging. Among 10 patients with acute appendicitis, three (3/10) had perforation. diffusion-weighted imaging findings had higher sensitivity (90 versus 60%), negative predictive value (98.41 versus 93.94%), and accuracy (98.61 versus 94.44%) ratios compared to non-contrast magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis. There was one false-negative result on diffusion-weighted imaging. Diffusion restriction facilitated the detection of appendicitis. The apparent diffusion coefficient ratios were lower in acute appendicitis than in the normal appendix (0.70±0.19 versus 0.96±0.16) (p<0.05). CONCLUSION: With a shorter scan time and higher diagnostic accuracy, diffusion-weighted imaging can be useful for the early diagnosis of acute appendicitis and for planning appropriate management.
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