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Pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a valuable tool for detecting and planning surgery for colorectal cancer local recurrence. MRI provides detailed anatomical and functional information, aiding in surgical strategy and follow-up.

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Area of Science:

Oncology
Radiology
Medical Imaging

Background:

Current colorectal cancer surveillance relies on tumor markers, colonoscopy, and CT scans.
Pelvic MRI and PET-CT are crucial second-line imaging modalities for assessing local recurrence.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the clinical practice and applications of pelvic MRI in assessing colorectal cancer local recurrence.
To highlight MRI's role in surgical planning and follow-up of treated recurrence.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature on pelvic MRI for colorectal cancer recurrence.
Discussion of MRI's diagnostic capabilities, including anatomical and diffusion-weighted imaging.

Main Results:

Pelvic MRI accurately detects pelvic colorectal recurrence.
MRI predicts the absence of tumoral invasion in pelvic structures, aiding surgical planning.
MRI is useful for follow-up of recurrence treated with radiofrequency ablation.

Conclusions:

Pelvic MRI is a key imaging modality for colorectal cancer local recurrence assessment.
Integrating MRI findings with clinical data in a multidisciplinary setting is essential.
MRI provides a preoperative roadmap for surgical intervention and post-treatment monitoring.