AI Article Synopsis
- - This article discusses imaging characteristics of colorectal emergencies that are primarily not caused by infections or inflammation.
- - It aims to help healthcare professionals recognize and understand common colorectal emergencies and their complications in urgent situations.
- - Although diagnosing these emergencies is usually simple, the similarity in symptoms and imaging can make it complex, underscoring the importance of clarifying causes and complications.
Article Abstract
Objective: In this article, we illustrate imaging findings of colorectal emergencies encountered in the acute setting that are primarily noninfectious and noninflammatory in origin. Our review should enable the reader to identify and understand common colorectal emergencies and related complications in clinical practice.
Conclusion: The diagnosis of colorectal emergencies is mostly straightforward, but it can be challenging because of the overlap of presenting symptoms and imaging findings. Therefore, it is essential to clarify the cause, narrow the differential diagnosis, and identify associated complications.
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