CT examination in evaluation of resectability of esophageal carcinoma / 吉林大学学报(医学版)

Objective:To improve the prediction of the resectability of esophageal carcinoma by computed tomography.Methods:Eighty-five esoghageal carcinoma cases diagnosed by conventional upper GI tract radiography were enrolled.Three CT signs i.e. angularity,triangular area,and angularity combined with posture were used to observe and to determine the >45。Results:The prediction of resectability by CT were accurate which was confirmed by surgical interventions.Conclusion:Determination of the triangular fat pad between the aorta and the tumor lesion by Ct is reliable and practical in the predication of resectability in the patients with esophageal carcinoma.