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Endorectal ultrasound (ERUS) is a procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum and high frequency sound waves (ultrasound waves) are generated

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What is ERUS?

Endorectal ultrasound


What does an Endorectal ultrasound produce?

A sonogram


Who uses Endorectal ultrasound?

The population in which this procedure is normally done is elderly


Does Endorectal ultrasound have aftercare?

Since ERUS is a minor invasive procedure, there is no aftercare


What are the normal results of endorectal ultrasound?

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.


What are the abnormal results of endorectal ultrasound?

Abnormal results range from any number of congenital deformities in the lining of the rectum to serious rectal cancers


How does one prepare for an Endorectal ultrasound?

The patient must evacuate the bowels completely before the procedure is done. This usually is assisted though the use of several enemas


Does Endorectal ultrasound diagnose cancer?

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


What is a ultrasound cart?

A cart which a/an ultrasound is placed


Which is better ultrasound or infra sound?

Ultrasound


What is the cpt revenue code for ultrasound?

ultrasound


Are there any uses of ultrasound in medicine?

yes when you get an ULTRASOUND when your pregnant it use ultrasound waves to show the image.