Correction Notice: Evaluating the Diagnostic Precision of 1,000 Endorectal Ultrasound Procedures Prior to Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery for Rectal Neoplasms
By
Alberto Arezzo
Giovanni Distefano
Carlo A. Ammirati
Michele Barbiero
Mario Morino
June 1, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Correction Notice: Evaluating the Diagnostic Precision of 1,000 Endorectal Ultrasound Procedures Prior to Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery for Rectal Neoplasms
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Rectal Neoplasms
Key Mechanisms Endorectal ultrasound (EUS) for diagnostic evaluation
Target Population Patients undergoing transanal endoscopic microsurgery
Care Setting Hospital and referring centers
Key Highlights
Endorectal ultrasound examinations performed by operators with dedicated expertise in rectal endosonography. Use of both rigid and flexible probes according to standardized protocols. Predominantly performed by expert gastroenterologists at the institution.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Utilize endorectal ultrasound for evaluation of rectal neoplasms.
Management
Ensure examinations are conducted by operators with specific expertise in rectal endosonography.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Patients referred for transanal endoscopic microsurgery.
Quality of EUS examinations is determined by operator expertise rather than specialty background.
Clinical Best Practices
Adhere to standardized protocols for endorectal ultrasound. Incorporate flexible instruments in EUS procedures when appropriate.
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