MRI anatomy of the rectum: key concepts important for rectal cancer staging and treatment planning

MRI anatomy of the rectum: key concepts important for rectal cancer staging and treatment planning

Key points MRI plays a key role in the staging and treatment stratification of rectal cancer. Understanding rectal and pelvic MRI anatomy is pivotal for high-quality reporting. This review addresses key anatomy concepts for staging, treatment planning, and follow-up.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Nino Bogveradze, Petur Snaebjornsson, Brechtje A. Grotenhuis, Baukelien van Triest, Max J. Lahaye, Monique Maas, Geerard L. Beets, Regina G. H. Beets-Tan, Doenja M. J. Lambregts
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2023-01-01
Series:Insights into Imaging
Subjects:
Magnetic resonance imaging
Rectal cancer
Anatomy
Staging
Treatment planning
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13244-022-01348-8

Internet

https://doi.org/10.1186/s13244-022-01348-8

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