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Distinguishing post-treatment changes from recurrent disease in cholangiocarcinoma: a case report

Authors: Timothy N Showalter, A Omer Nawaz, Frederick M Fellin, Pramila R Anne, Ernest L Rosato, Adam P Dicker

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2008

Abstract

Introduction

Three-dimensional techniques for radiotherapy have expanded possibilities for partial volume liver radiotherapy. Characteristic, transient radiographic changes can occur in the absence of clinical radiation-induced liver disease after hepatic radiotherapy and must be distinguished from local recurrence.

Case presentation

In this report, we describe computed tomography changes after chemoradiotherapy for cholangiocarcinoma as an example of collaboration to determine the clinical significance of the radiographic finding.

Conclusion

Because of improved three-dimensional, conformal radiotherapy techniques, consultation across disciplines may be necessary to interpret post-treatment imaging findings.

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Title: Distinguishing post-treatment changes from recurrent disease in cholangiocarcinoma: a case report
Authors: Timothy N Showalter
A Omer Nawaz
Frederick M Fellin
Pramila R Anne
Ernest L Rosato
Adam P Dicker
Publication date: 01-12-2008
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2008
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-2-76

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Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

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