Computed tomography for assessing resectability of gallbladder carcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Clin Imaging. 2013 Mar-Apr;37(2):327-33. doi: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2012.05.009. Epub 2012 Jun 18.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose was to calculate the sensitivity and specificity of computed tomography (CT) in assessing the resectability of gallbladder carcinoma (GBCA) with meta-analysis.

Materials and methods: A meta-analysis of the reported sensitivity and specificity of each study with 95% confidence intervals (CI) was performed.

Results: Pooled sensitivity was 99% (95% CI), and pooled specificity was 76% (95% CI).

Conclusion: CT can be used as an appropriate choice for the diagnosis and assessment of resectability of GBCA.

Publication types

  • Meta-Analysis
  • Review
  • Systematic Review

MeSH terms

  • Carcinoma / diagnostic imaging*
  • Confidence Intervals
  • Female
  • Gallbladder Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*