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  • Radiology
  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Rectal MRI is crucial for initial rectal cancer staging.
  • Accurate staging significantly impacts treatment decisions.
  • Structured reporting enhances data consistency and clinical utility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) initial staging MRI reporting template for rectal cancer.
  • To provide a user guide for radiologists to improve the practical application of the template.
  • To ensure comprehensive and standardized reporting of locoregional extent and surgical factors.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a structured reporting template with predefined outputs for key MRI findings.
  • Inclusion of clinical perspectives, images, and illustrations within the reporting guide.
  • Highlighting common errors and pitfalls for radiologists.

Main Results:

  • The reporting template addresses critical items for rectal cancer staging, including locoregional extent.
  • Defined outputs require radiologists to commit to specific findings, aiding treatment decisions.
  • The template has been officially adopted by the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC).

Conclusions:

  • The revised user guide enhances the practicality and support for radiologists using the structured reporting template.
  • Standardized rectal MRI reporting facilitates better communication and decision-making in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Adoption by NAPRC underscores the template's importance in rectal cancer management.