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SynthesisEye (London, England)2024

Orbital CT scan parameters in dysthyroid optic neuropathy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Thansit Srisombut, Niracha Arjkongharn, Nattaporn Vongsa, Arparat Kanacharoen, Parinee Kemchoknatee

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5 · Who and what money

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5 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

Thansit SrisombutDepartment of Surgery, Sawanpracharak Hospital, 3 Attakavee, Pak Nam Pho, Mueang Nakhon Sawan, Nakhon Sawan, 60000, Thailand.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6284-9590
Niracha ArjkongharnDepartment of Ophthalmology, Rangsit University, Rajavithi Hospital, 2, Phaya Thai Rd, Thung Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand.
Nattaporn VongsaDepartment of Ophthalmology, Rangsit University, Rajavithi Hospital, 2, Phaya Thai Rd, Thung Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand.
Arparat KanacharoenDepartment of Surgery, Sawanpracharak Hospital, 3 Attakavee, Pak Nam Pho, Mueang Nakhon Sawan, Nakhon Sawan, 60000, Thailand.
Parinee KemchoknateeDepartment of Ophthalmology, Rangsit University, Rajavithi Hospital, 2, Phaya Thai Rd, Thung Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand. parinee.eye52@gmail.com.
Rajavithi Hospital · THCharoenkrung Pracharak Hospital · TH

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeAddressing Dysthyroid Optic Neuropathy (DON) is crucial due to its debilitating impact in thyroid eye disease (TED). Prompt treatment can preserve vision. Despite lacking definitive diagnostic criteria, computed tomography's (CT) parameters are commonly used for diagnosis. However, these parameters exist without consensus on their diagnostic performance.

designSystematic review and meta-analysis.

methodsWe conducted a meta-analysis of studies assessing orbital CT diagnostic performance for DON in adults with TED. We searched various databases including Medline, PubMed, Scopus, and EMBASE, and others electronic databases, until July 2023. Evaluated CT parameters includes Barrett index (BI), fat prolapse via superior-orbital-fissure (SOF), superior-ophthalmic-vein-dilatation (SOVD), and the Nugent score. Diagnostic Test Accuracy analysis (DTA) was performed using R.

resultsA total of 9 articles with documented target parameters, collectively analysed 212 orbits with DON. Nugent score exhibited highest diagnostic ability with a log diagnostic odd ratio (logDOR) of 2.64 (95% CI, 2.02, 3.25). Another significant DON indicator was a BI ≥ 50%, with a logDOR of 1.97 (95% CI, 1.17; 2.77). Conversely, fat prolapse via SOF and SOVD proved less sensitive, with a logDOR of 1.42 and 1.09 respectively. Regarding the SROC curve, Nugent score and the BI have the greatest AUC. Variations in study locale, participant demographics, and measurement methods accounted for heterogeneity in meta-analysis.

conclusionsNugent score and a BI ≥ 50% prove to be significant diagnostic parameters for DON, distinguishing them from fat prolapse via SOF and SOVD. Prioritizing these parameters can lead to prompt treatment and thus enhanced visual outcomes. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER: CRD42023446376.

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Graves OphthalmopathyOptic Nerve DiseasesOrbitTomography, X-Ray ComputedHumans

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PMID38472378
PMCPMC11156843
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