Imaging of peritoneal metastases of ovarian and colorectal cancer: joint recommendations of ESGAR, ESUR, PSOGI, and EANM - Takeaways - MDSpire

Imaging of peritoneal metastases of ovarian and colorectal cancer: joint recommendations of ESGAR, ESUR, PSOGI, and EANM

  • By

  • Vincent Vandecaveye

  • Pascal Rousset

  • Stephanie Nougaret

  • Artem Stepanyan

  • Milagros Otero-Garcia

  • Olivera Nikolić

  • Maira Hameed

  • Karolien Goffin

  • Ignace H. J. de Hingh

  • Max J. Lahaye

  • November 5, 2024

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    Radiological imaging is essential for detecting and assessing operability of peritoneal metastases in colorectal and ovarian cancer patients.

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    CT is widely available for initial assessment but underestimates peritoneal metastases, impacting surgical decision-making.

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    MRI is the most accurate imaging modality for assessing peritoneal metastases and aids in selecting patients for cytoreductive surgery.

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    FDG PET/CT is not reliable for pre-operative staging but can identify extraperitoneal metastases missed by other imaging.

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    Multidisciplinary tumor board discussions are recommended for all colorectal and ovarian cancer patients with peritoneal metastases.

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Imaging of peritoneal metastases of ovarian and colorectal cancer: joint recommendations of ESGAR, ESUR, PSOGI, and EANM

  • by Vincent Vandecaveye, Pascal Rousset, Stephanie Nougaret, Artem Stepanyan, Milagros Otero-Garcia, Olivera Nikolić, Maira Hameed, Karolien Goffin, Ignace H. J. de Hingh, Max J. Lahaye

  • November 5, 2024

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