ECCO-ESGAR Topical Review on Optimizing Reporting for Cross-Sectional Imaging in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Torsten Kucharzik, Jeroen Tielbeek, Dan Carter, Stuart A Taylor, Damian Tolan, Rune Wilkens, Robert V Bryant, Christine Hoeffel, Isabelle De Kock, Christian Maaser, Giovanni Maconi, Kerri Novak, Søren R Rafaelsen, Martina Scharitzer, Antonino Spinelli, Jordi Rimola

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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.

Original languageEnglish
Article numberjjab180
JournalJournal of Crohn's & colitis
Volume16
Issue number4
Pages (from-to)523-543
Number of pages21
ISSN1873-9946
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2022

Keywords

  • cross-sectional imaging
  • endoanal ultrasonography [EAUS]
  • Inflammatory bowel disease [IBD]
  • intestinal ultrasound [IUS]
  • magnetic resonance imaging [MRI]
  • reporting
  • transperineal ultrasonography [PUS
  • Humans
  • Intestines/pathology
  • Ultrasonography/methods
  • Gastroenterologists
  • Consensus
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases/complications
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Chronic Disease

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