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Endoscopic ultrasonography in colorectal diseases
G Roseau1, L Palazzo, J A Paolaggi
1Hôpital Cochin 27, Paris, France.
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & Pharmacotherapie
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Flexible high-frequency ultrasound endoscopy is useful for staging rectal cancer and post-surgery follow-up. Its precise applications in anal cancer and non-neoplastic rectal diseases require further investigation.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Medical Imaging
- Oncology
Background:
- New flexible high-frequency ultrasound endoscopes are now available.
- Ultrasound endoscopy has shown potential in evaluating colorectal conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the established and potential roles of ultrasound endoscopy in colorectal disease.
- To precisely define its utility in anal cancer and non-neoplastic rectal diseases.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and clinical applications of flexible high-frequency ultrasound endoscopy in colorectal disease.
Main Results:
- The role of ultrasound endoscopy in preoperative staging of rectal cancer is established.
- Its utility in post-surgical follow-up for rectal cancer is also established.
Conclusions:
- Ultrasound endoscopy is a valuable tool for rectal cancer management.
- Further research is needed to precisely demonstrate its role in anal cancer and non-neoplastic rectal diseases.