Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4222736 | Clinical Imaging | 2013 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
PurposeThe 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 methodsA meta-analysis of the reported sensitivity and specificity of each study with 95% confidence intervals (CI) was performed.ResultsPooled sensitivity was 99% (95% CI), and pooled specificity was 76% (95% CI).ConclusionCT can be used as an appropriate choice for the diagnosis and assessment of resectability of GBCA.
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Authors
Bing Li, Xiao Xue Xu, Yong Du, Han Feng Yang, Yang Li, Qing Zhang, Dong Mei Xiao, Ya Yong Huang, Jun Meng, Wen Xuan Wang,