Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The study explored the pivotal role of CT scans in the assessment of posterior abdominal wall masses and suspected intra-abdominal neoplasms. The research aimed to determine the capability of CT scans to differentiate various types of abdominal masses and to identify the most common masses within the abdomen. Clinical symptoms of patients were investigated, revealing common presenting symptoms as well as asymptomatic cases. The research underscored the importance of CT scanning with intravenous and enteral contrast in evaluating abdominal masses, showcasing its effectiveness in assessing local disease extent, distant metastases, and lesion nature. Specific cancer types such as pancreatic and gastric cancers were examined, and the role of CT scans in diagnosis and evaluation were discussed. The findings emphasized the diagnostic precision multi-planar images and their contribution to assessing tumor extension, anatomical relationships, and metastases. The research established CT scans as a valuable tool in the initial evaluation of abdominal masses, with further guidance on specific imaging techniques for different organs. Overall, this study underscored the indispensable role of CT scans in the differentiation and evaluation of abdominal masses, contributing significantly to the clinical management of patients.
Author: Akhi Islam
Language: English
Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4409526724