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Published in: Abdominal Radiology 12/2021

01-12-2021 | Computed Tomography | Review

Overview of serum and tissue markers in colorectal cancer: a primer for radiologists

Authors: Apurva Bonde, Daniel A. Smith, Elias Kikano, Jennifer M. Yoest, Sree H. Tirumani, Nikhil H. Ramaiya

Published in: Abdominal Radiology | Issue 12/2021

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Abstract

Serum and tissue tumor markers provide crucial information in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of colorectal cancers. Tissue tumor markers are increasingly used for determination of targeted chemotherapy planning based on genotyping of tumor cells. Recently, plasma-based technique of liquid biopsy is being evaluated for providing tumor biomarkers in the management of colorectal cancer. Tumor markers are commonly used in conjunction with imaging during initial staging, treatment determination, response assessment, and determination of recurrence or metastatic disease. Knowledge of tumor markers and their association with radiological findings is thus crucial for radiologists. Additionally, various novel imaging techniques are being evaluated as potential noninvasive imaging biomarkers to predict tumor genotypes, features, and tumor response. We review and discuss the potential role of these newer imaging techniques.

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Metadata
Title
Overview of serum and tissue markers in colorectal cancer: a primer for radiologists
Authors
Apurva Bonde
Daniel A. Smith
Elias Kikano
Jennifer M. Yoest
Sree H. Tirumani
Nikhil H. Ramaiya
Publication date
01-12-2021
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Abdominal Radiology / Issue 12/2021
Print ISSN: 2366-004X
Electronic ISSN: 2366-0058
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-021-03243-0

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