ECCO-ESGAR Topical Review on Optimizing Reporting for Cross-Sectional Imaging in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Year: 2021
Type: review
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS: The diagnosis and follow up of patients with inflammatory bowel disease [IBD] requires cross-sectional imaging modalities, such as intestinal ultrasound [IUS], magnetic resonance imaging [MRI] and computed tomography [CT]. The quality and homogeneity of medical reporting are crucial to ensure effective communication between specialists and to improve patient care. The current topical review addresses optimized reporting requirements for cross-sectional imaging in IBD. METHODS: An expert consensus panel consisting of gastroenterologists, radiologists and surgeons convened by the ECCO in collaboration with ESGAR performed a systematic literature review covering the reporting aspects of MRI, CT, IUS, endoanal ultrasonography and transperineal ultrasonography in IBD. Practice position statements were developed utilizing a Delphi methodology incorporating two consecutive rounds. Current practice positions were set when ≥80% of the participants agreed on a recommendation. RESULTS: Twenty-five practice positions were developed, establishing standard terminology for optimal reporting in cross-sectional imaging. Assessment of inflammation, complications and imaging of perianal CD are outlined. The minimum requirements of a standardized report, including a list of essential reporting items, have been defined. CONCLUSIONS: This topical review offers practice recommendations to optimize and homogenize reporting in cross-sectional imaging in IBD.
Source: Journal of Crohn s and Colitis
Institutions: Universität Hamburg, Klinikum Lüneburg, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Spaarne Gasthuis, University of Amsterdam, Tel Aviv University, Sheba Medical Center, University College London, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, St James's University Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Hvidovre Hospital, Copenhagen University Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Reims, Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, Ghent University Hospital, Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Calgary, Vejle Sygehus, Medical University of Vienna, Humanitas University, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona
Language: English
Topic: Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Subfield: Gastroenterology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $4,202
OpenAlex ID: W3206366357