Visual analysis versus quantitative CT analysis of interlobar fissure integrity in selecting emphysematous patients for endobronchial valve treatment
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Fiorelli Alfonso, Poggi Camilla, Anile Marco, Cascone Roberto, Carlucci Annalisa, Cassiano Francesco, Andreetti Claudio, Tiracorrendo Matteo, Diso Daniele, Serra Nicola, Venuta Federico, Rendina Erino Angelo, Santini Mario, D'Andrilli Antonio
DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivy340
ISSN: 1569-9293
The aim of this study is to compare the accuracy of the standard visual scoring of computed tomography (CT) scans with a cloud-based quantitative CT analysis that uses the StratX software, to measure collateral ventilation and, thus, predict lobar atelectasis after valve treatment.