CT enterography: Principles, technique and utility in Crohn's disease

Abstract CT enterography is a modification of conventional CT technique optimized for the evaluation of small bowel. This technique utilizes multidetector scanners with high spatial and temporal resolution; multiplanar reconstructions; and large volumes of enteric contrast to provide bowel distensio...

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Published in:	European journal of radiology Vol. 69; no. 3; pp. 393 - 397
Main Authors:	Huprich, James E, Fletcher, J.G
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Ireland Elsevier Ireland Ltd 01-03-2009
Subjects:	Crohn Disease - diagnostic imaging Crohn's disease CT enterography Humans Intestines - diagnostic imaging Radiographic Image Enhancement - methods Radiology Small bowel Tomography, X-Ray Computed - methods Small bowel Crohn's disease CT enterography
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Summary:	Abstract CT enterography is a modification of conventional CT technique optimized for the evaluation of small bowel. This technique utilizes multidetector scanners with high spatial and temporal resolution; multiplanar reconstructions; and large volumes of enteric contrast to provide bowel distension. This article discusses the essential principles of the exam and its use in the evaluation of Crohn's disease of the small bowel.
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ISSN:	0720-048X 1872-7727
DOI:	10.1016/j.ejrad.2008.11.014