ERUS is used as a diagnostic procedure in rectal cancer to determine stage of the tumor and as a post-radiation, presurgical examination to assess extent of tumor shrinkage
Endorectal ultrasound
Endorectal ultrasound (ERUS) is a procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum and high frequency sound waves (ultrasound waves) are generated
A sonogram
The population in which this procedure is normally done is elderly
Since ERUS is a minor invasive procedure, there is no aftercare
Normal results of endorectal ultrasound include a normal thickness of the rectal wall, absence of masses or lesions, and normal lymph nodes. The presence of any abnormalities such as tumors, polyps, or abnormal thickening of the rectal wall may indicate underlying issues that need further evaluation.
An endorectal ultrasound involves inserting a probe into the rectum to obtain images of the rectal wall and surrounding tissues, primarily used to assess rectal diseases or conditions. In contrast, a transrectal ultrasound is specifically focused on imaging the prostate gland and surrounding structures in men, often used for prostate cancer evaluation or biopsies. While both procedures utilize similar technologies, their primary applications and target areas differ.
Abnormal results range from any number of congenital deformities in the lining of the rectum to serious rectal cancers
It is impossible to diagnose an animal without seeing it or having symptoms listed. Ways to diagnose bladder cancer also known as Transitional Cell Carcinoma are with ultrasound imaging and a biopsy of the mass, if one is seen. Cancer is usually never diagnosed without having a biopsy or cytology done. If you are concerned about your dog see your veterinarian and they can recommend you to have your dog see an internal medicine veterinarian to do an ultrasound or a veterinary oncologist to treat for cancer.
It is impossible to diagnose an animal without seeing it or having symptoms listed. Ways to diagnose bladder cancer also known as Transitional Cell Carcinoma are with ultrasound imaging and a biopsy of the mass, if one is seen. Cancer is usually never diagnosed without having a biopsy or cytology done. If you are concerned about your dog see your veterinarian and they can recommend you to have your dog see an internal medicine veterinarian to do an ultrasound or a veterinary oncologist to treat for cancer.
The patient must evacuate the bowels completely before the procedure is done. This usually is assisted though the use of several enemas
physical examination blood tests computed tomagraphy (CT) scan ultrasound test