The Role of Endorectal Ultrasound and Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Management of Early Rectal Lesions in a Tertiary Center

摘要

In early rectal cancer, endorectal ultrasound (ERUS) can be used to determine radical or local excision based on T-stage identification. Analysis of a prospective database of patients (n = 75) who underwent ERUS was carried out over a 37-month period. Its 100% specificity in determining lesions limited to the mucosa or submucosa aided in the assessment of lesions being considered for submucosal resection.