The accuracy of trans rectal ultrasonography (TRUS) in early-stage rectal cancer or benign adenomas.

Screening for colorectal cancer in Denmark has resulted in more patients being diagnosed with benign adenomas and early-stage rectal cancer. In general, TRUS is accepted as a good modality for evaluating the above mentioned before deciding on surgery. To investigate the accuracy of TRUS in a clinical setting at the Region Hospital in Herning, Denmark.