Endoscopy in the CT Scanner: a Multidisciplinary Approach to Difficult Cases.

Area of Science:

• Medical imaging
• Interventional radiology
• Endoscopic surgery

Background:

• Fluoroscopy enhances endoscopic intervention safety but has limitations in complex anatomies.
• Advanced imaging techniques are needed for challenging endoscopic procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To demonstrate the combined use of endoscopy and CT fluoroscopy for difficult interventions.
• To showcase the synergistic application of both endoscopic and CT guidance.

Main Methods:

• Concurrent use of endoscopy and CT fluoroscopy in two patient cases.
• Utilizing endoscopic guidance to facilitate CT-guided procedures.

Main Results:

• Successful completion of challenging endoscopic interventions using combined imaging.
• Demonstration of reciprocal guidance between endoscopy and CT.

Conclusions:

• Combined endoscopy and CT fluoroscopy offer enhanced precision for complex interventions.
• Multidisciplinary collaboration between interventional radiologists and surgeons improves patient outcomes.