CT colonography (CTC) is a recommended test for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening according to the updated 2008 American Cancer Society guidelines. CTC can also accurately detect abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). This collaborative gastroenterology-radiology project evaluated the cost-effectiveness and clinical efficacy of CTC in the Medicare population.

CT colonography to screen for colorectal cancer and aortic aneurysm in the Medicare population: cost-effectiveness analysis

Hassan, Cesare;
2009-01-01

Abstract

CT colonography (CTC) is a recommended test for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening according to the updated 2008 American Cancer Society guidelines. CTC can also accurately detect abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). This collaborative gastroenterology-radiology project evaluated the cost-effectiveness and clinical efficacy of CTC in the Medicare population.
2009
Aged
Aged
80 and over
Aortic Aneurysm
Colonography
Computed Tomographic
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Neoplasms
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Female
Humans
Male
Markov Chains
Medicare
Prevalence
United States
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