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[CT-enteroclysis].

S Schmidt1, C Felley, H Vuilleumier

  • 1Service de radiodiagnostic et radiologie interventionnelle, CHUV, Lausanne. sabine.schmidt@chuv.ch

Revue Medicale Suisse
|August 10, 2006
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Computed tomography enteroclysis (CTE) is a valuable imaging technique for small bowel disorders, offering detailed views for conditions like Crohn's disease and tumors. This method enhances diagnostic accuracy for small bowel imaging, proving superior to conventional CT for obstructions.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Computed tomography enteroclysis (CTE) is an established imaging modality.
  • Evaluation of small bowel disorders requires effective diagnostic tools.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define the role and value of CTE in small bowel imaging.
  • To highlight CTE's advantages over conventional CT.

Main Methods:

  • Administration of a large volume (2 L) of enteral contrast via a nasojejunal catheter for small bowel distension.
  • Helical CT acquisition followed by multiplanar views.

Main Results:

  • CTE is particularly valuable for intermediate to advanced Crohn's disease.
  • CTE is the preferred method for diagnosing small bowel tumors.

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  • CTE effectively analyzes the cause and degree of low-grade small bowel obstruction.

    • Conclusions:

    • CTE should be selectively used for specific small bowel questions.
    • CTE significantly contributes to the diagnostic quality of modern small bowel imaging.
    • CTE has a well-defined place among small bowel imaging techniques.