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World J Radiol. May 28, 2013; 5(5): 193-201
Published online May 28, 2013. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v5.i5.193
Published online May 28, 2013. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v5.i5.193
Computed tomography of Crohn’s disease: The role of three dimensional technique
Siva P Raman, Karen M Horton, Elliot K Fishman, Department of Radiology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Johns Hoplins Outpatient Center, Baltimore, MD 21287, United States
Author contributions: All three authors contributed to the writing and editing of this manuscript; Raman SP was the primary author of the paper; Both Horton KM and Fishman EK played a major role in image selection.
Correspondence to: Siva P Raman, MD, Department of Radiology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Johns Hoplins Outpatient Center, Room 3251, 601 N Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21287, United States. srsraman3@gmail.com
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Received: January 7, 2013
Revised: April 18, 2013
Accepted: May 17, 2013
Published online: May 28, 2013
Processing time: 150 Days and 3.8 Hours
Revised: April 18, 2013
Accepted: May 17, 2013
Published online: May 28, 2013
Processing time: 150 Days and 3.8 Hours
Core Tip
Core tip: Advancements in computed tomography (CT) enterography protocol design, three dimensional (3-D) post-processing software, and CT scanner technology have allowed increasing accuracy in diagnosis, and the acquisition of studies at a much lower radiation dose. The cases in this review will illustrate that the use of 3-D technique, proper enterography protocol design, and a detailed understanding of the different manifestations of Crohn’s disease are all critical in properly diagnosing the full range of possible complications in Crohn’s patients.