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Results of DECT scanning in patients with non-tophaceous gout
| Patient | Distribution of MSU deposits detected by DECT scanning | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Any joint | Joint shown to have MSU crystals by aspiration | ||
| 1 | - | - | First MTP |
| 2 | + | - | First MTP |
| 3 | - | - | First MTP |
| 4 | + | + | Knee |
| 5 | - | - | Ankle |
| 6 | + | - | First MTP |
| 7 | + | - | First MTP |
| 8 | + | + | Knee |
| 9 | - | - | First MTP |
| 10 | + | + | ankle |
| - | 1st MTP | ||
| 11 | + | - | MCP |
| Overall sensitivity | 7/11 (64 %) | 3/12 (25 %) | |
