MRI in Rectal Cancer - Part 2

The objectives of this talk are to discuss the importance of MRI, MR protocol and tips, and MR anatomy. Also the clinical role of MRI, in particular; preoperative staging and stratification, as well as restaging after neoadjuvant therapy. This presentation concludes with a discussion on the pitfalls and limitations of MR.

After participating in this activity, learners should be able to:
• Interpret MRI of the rectum
• Stage rectal carcinoma
• Identify response to therapy