Preoperative MR Imaging of Anal Fistulas: Does It Really Help the Surgeon?

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Authors

Regina G. H. Beets‐Tan · Maastricht University Medical Centre

Geerard L. Beets

A. Gerritsen van der Hoop

Alfons G.H. Kessels

Roy F. A. Vliegen

Cor G. M. I. Baeten

Jos M. A. van Engelshoven

Abstract

High-spatial-resolution MR imaging is accurate for detecting anal fistulas. It provides important additional information in patients with Crohn disease-related and recurrent anal fistulas and is recommended in their preoperative work-up.

Topics & Keywords

Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes Diverticular Disease and Complications Pelvic floor disorders treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Radiology

Volume 218, Issue 1, pp. 75-84

DOI: 10.1148/radiology.218.1.r01dc0575

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