The Role of Imaging in Colonic Polyps and Polyposis
by R. Manfredi, N. Faccioli
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Abstract
Radiology plays a critical role in the diagnosis and management of patients
with colorectal polyps and cancer. Newer techniques, particularly virtual colonoscopy (VC),
including computed tomography colonography (CTC), magnetic resonance colonography (MRC), and
positron emission tomography (PET)/CTC may offer attractive alternatives for healthcare provider
recommendation and patient use.
With the exponential development in computer processing power, CT, MR, and PET/CTC offer
numerous advantages over more traditional methods of radiological diagnosis, and provide essential
information not only for initial diagnosis, but also for management, follow-up and detection of
potential complications. Will CT, MR, and PET/CTC
