Diverticular disease of the large bowel – imaging methods
Authors:
D. Sečkařová; J. Bočanová-Mlejnková; J. Votrubová
Authors‘ workplace:
Radiodiagnostické oddělení, Thomayerova nemocnice, Praha, primářka: MUDr. J. Votrubová, CSc.
Published in:
Rozhl. Chir., 2013, roč. 92, č. 7, s. 402-407.
Category:
Various Specialization
Práce je určena k postgraduálnímu vzdělávání lékařů.
Overview
Introduction:
Imaging methods are fundamental for diagnosis in patients suffering from diverticular disease of the large bowel. In case of complications, radiological intervention can be helpful for treatment.
Aim:
The authors aim to summarize current possibilities of imaging methods, both in diagnosis and treatment of diverticular disease.
Methods:
Review of the literature and recent findings in the diagnosis of diverticular disease.
Conclusion:
The article presents the importance of imaging methods in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with diverticular disease.
Keywords:
large bowel – diverticular disease – imaging methods
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