CAD improves detection of inconspicuous colonic polyps, adds little to search for flat colorectal lesions

December 4, 2008 DiagnosticImaging.com. CAD improves detection of inconspicuous colonic polyps, adds little to search for flat colorectal lesions By Donna Domino Computer-aided detection systems show high potential for detecting inconspicuous colonic polyps but provide little help in locating nonpolypoid colorectal lesions, according to research presented Wednesday at the RSNA meeting. Results of a study of 411 patients with three of the most conspicuous types of polyps -- near folds, on folds, and on walls -- showed high sensitivity for all three types, regardless of the polyp's conspicuity.

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