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Which is better and more accurate for cervical facet joint block : when done with sonogram or c-arm guided ?
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C-arm: In my opinion, c-arm is more accurate.
Answered 9/30/2013
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Depends on: The doctor doing the procedure. I like using ct scan guidance with ct fluoroscopy. I think ct is most accurate.
Answered 1/1/2014
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C-Arm Guided: Fluorscopic guidance is much better than ultrasound for this type of procedure. Bone is not well visualized on ultrasound.
Answered 10/14/2013
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