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First reports of computed tomographic colonography for the screening of colorectal polyps in acromegalic patients [PDF]

open access: yes, 2008
*Aim:* To analyze the CTC performance for the screening of colorectal polyps in acromegalic patients. *Materials and Methods:* A prospective study of 21 acromegalic patients, 12 male and 9 female, average age 49, who underwent CTC ...
Odery Ramos Jr   +7 more
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Virtual colonoscopy: the endoscopist's point of view.

open access: yes, 2001
The major advantage of virtual colonoscopy is that it might increase acceptance of colorectal cancer (CRC) screening. Its disadvantages are high costs and unknown sensitivity and specificity if widely applied.
Bauerfeind P
core   +1 more source

Virtual Colonoscopy

open access: yes, 2013
Nowadays, Virtual Colonoscopy (VC) is an important non-invasive alternative for the study of the colon. Substantial research efforts have been dedicated to this method, and one of the major challenges has always been producing accurate results in a short period of time.
Robert J., Jerome Zhengrong
openaire   +4 more sources

Understanding the Concept of Self‐Performed Ultrasound: A Scoping Review

open access: yesJournal of Ultrasound in Medicine, EarlyView.
Self‐performed ultrasound is an emerging technology that facilitates adept self‐scans in untrained hands. Inspired by self‐performed imaging in space for more prompt diagnosis and therapy, it has the potential to accurately monitor chronic conditions remotely. However, the lack of supervision and physical restraints can hinder its usability.
Vy Do   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bowel Preparation for Imaging Studies: Systematic Review

open access: yesВестник рентгенологии и радиологии, 2019
The authors performed a systematic review to summarize data on the approaches and methods of bowels preparation for radiography, radiology and ultrasound studies.
S. P. Morozov   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

47745 Low-risk Adenoma Surveillance Decision-making: Perspectives from Patients and Providers

open access: yesJournal of Clinical and Translational Science, 2021
IMPACT: I hope that our work will improve surveillance endoscopy experiences, by engaging both patients and providers. OBJECTIVES/GOALS: A large proportion of colonoscopies are performed for post-polypectomy surveillance.
Jennifer K. Maratt   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Application of Telemedicine in Surgery

open access: yesMed Research, EarlyView.
This figure provides an overview of the content presented in this article. Telemedicine is integrated throughout the entire surgical workflow, with distinct applications across the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. These applications are enabled by a suite of supporting technologies, while the associated implementation challenges ...
Yufan Yang   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Virtual reality distraction for patients to relieve pain and discomfort during colonoscopy

open access: yesEndoscopy International Open, 2020
Background and study aims Colonoscopy is an invasive procedure that may cause patients pain and discomfort. Routine use of sedation, while effective, is expensive and requires logistical planning.
Govert Veldhuijzen   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Virtual Care of Acute Diverticulitis: A Phase I/II Randomised Clinical Feasibility Trial

open access: yesANZ Journal of Surgery, EarlyView.
Virtual care for acute uncomplicated diverticulitis appears feasible, safe and acceptable, with potential advantages over inpatient care, including superior patient‐reported experience. ABSTRACT Background Acute uncomplicated diverticulitis is commonly managed in hospital in Australia.
Phillip F. Yang   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Use of CT Colonography in the English Bowel Cancer Screening Programme [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Objective: To examine use of CT colonography (CTC) in the English Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (BCSP) and investigate detection rates. Design: Retrospective analysis of routinely coded BCSP data.
Bassett, P   +7 more
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