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Ulcerative colitis CT
Introduction
Overview
Overview
CT scan may have a role in the diagnosis of severe ulcerative colitis and in differentiating ulcerative colitis from Crohn’s disease. Initial changes in the mucosa may not be detected by a CT scan.[1]
CT Scan
CT Scan
CT scan may have a role helpful in the diagnosis of severe ulcerative colitis and in differentiating ulcerative colitis from Crohn’s disease. Initial changes in the mucosa may not be detected by a CT scan.[1]
References
References
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