Imaging techniques

What is the role of dynamic or novel imaging techniques and neurophysiology in the assessment of DCM? 

Current evidence and reason for uncertainties

No guidelines identified.

 

Systematic reviews that need updating or extending

Martin AR, Aleksanderek I, Cohen-Adad J, Tarmohamed Z, Tetreault L, Smith N, Cadotte DW, Crawley A, Ginsberg H, Mikulis DJ, Fehlings MG. Translating state-of-the-art spinal cord MRI techniques to clinical use: A systematic review of clinical studies utilizing DTI, MT, MWF, MRS, and fMRI. Neuroimage Clin. 2015 Dec 4;10:192-238.

Ellingson BM, Salamon N, Holly LT. Advances in MR imaging for cervical spondylotic myelopathy. Eur Spine J. 2015 Apr;24 Suppl 2:197-208.

Source of uncertainty

  • Spinal surgeons

    39

  • Other healthcare professionals

    6

  • People with DCM and their supporters

    2