Preoperative assessment of prognostic factors in rectal cancer using high-resolution magnetic resonance imaging

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Authors

Gina Brown · University of Wales

A G Radcliffe · Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Robert G. Newcombe · Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

N S Dallimore · University of Wales

Michael W. Bourne · University of Wales

Geraint T. Williams · University of Wales

Abstract

High-resolution MRI of the rectum allows preoperative identification of important surgical and pathological prognostic risk factors. This may allow both better selection and assessment of patients undergoing preoperative therapy.

Topics & Keywords

Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: British journal of surgery

Volume 90, Issue 3, pp. 355-364

DOI: 10.1002/bjs.4034

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