Establishing a CT Colonography Service - 12/08/11

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This article describes the steps involved in establishing a screening computed tomographic colonography (CTC) practice and integrating that practice within a gastroenterology practice. The standard operating procedures followed at the National Naval Medical Center’s Colon Health Initiative are presented and are followed by a discussion of practical aspects of establishing a CTC practice, such as equipment specifications, CTC performance, and interpretation training requirements for radiologists and nonradiologists. Regulatory considerations involved in establishing a screening CTC program are examined along with the salient features of a CTC business plan. Finally, reimbursement issues, quality control, and the potential impact of screening CTC on colonoscopy practice are discussed.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : CT colonography, Medical practice, Colon cancer screening
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Vol 20 - N° 2
P. 379-398 - avril 2010 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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