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American Journal of Neuroradiology 26:43-44, January 2005
© 2005 American Society of Neuroradiology

Technical Note
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CT Fluoroscopic-Guided Cervical Nerve Root Blocks

Andrew L. Wagner^a

^a From the Department of Radiology, Rockingham Memorial Hospital, Harrisonburg, VA, and University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA

Address reprint requests to Andrew L. Wagner, Department of Radiology, Rockingham Memorial Hospital, 235 Cantrell Ave, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Summary: While both fluoroscopic and CT-guidance during cervical nerve root blocks have been well documented in the literature, the use of CT fluoroscopy (CTF) has not. CTF is well suited to provide imaging guidance during these procedures due to its combination of excellent anatomic detail, relatively low radiation dose and the ability to perform an initial dynamic contrast injection, and is a viable alternative to fluoroscopic guidance. Details of the technique along with the initial experience at one institution are presented.

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