An update of the guidelines for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) rediagnosis of rectal cancer was published on March 16, 2023 by Groupe de REcherche en Radiologie sur le CAncer du Rectum and Groupe de REcherche en Chirurgie sur le CAncer du Rectum. Announced..[1]
The restaging protocol is similar to the primary staging protocol, with the following exceptions:
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High-resolution T2-weighted techniques are recommended for optimal visualization of rectal and mesorectal anatomy and characterization of mesorectal lymph nodes.
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The recommended slice thickness is 3 mm and the in-plane resolution is 0.6 × 0.6 mm.2.
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A strict axial T2W sequence is recommended to obtain a wide field of view and cover all relevant compartments for nodule staging.
For more information, see Rectal Cancer. For more information on clinical practice guidelines, please see Guidelines.
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