72244-7
ClinicalMR Pelvis Endorectal WO and W contrast IV
Definition
Endorectal coil magnetic resonance imaging or endorectal coil MRI is a type of medical imaging in which MRI is used in conjunction with a coil placed into the rectum in order to obtain high quality images of the area surrounding the rectum. The technique has demonstrated higher accuracy than other modalities in assessing seminal vesicle invasion and extra-capsular extension (ECE) of prostate cancer (96% and 81% respectively). Endorectal coil MRI is useful for determining the extent of spread and local invasion of cancers of the prostate, rectum, and anus. The coil consists of a probe with an inflatable balloon which helps maintain appropriate positioning. [extracted from Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endorectal_coil_magnetic_resonance_imaging]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Multisection endorectal^WO & W contrast IV
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Pelvis
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
MR
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
MR Pelvis Endorectal WO+W contr IV
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72244-7?
LOINC code 72244-7 identifies "MR Pelvis Endorectal WO and W contrast IV". Endorectal coil magnetic resonance imaging or endorectal coil MRI is a type of medical imaging in which MRI is used in conjunction with a coil placed into the rectum in order to obtain high quality images of the area surrounding the rectum. The technique has demonstrated higher accuracy than other modalities in assessing seminal vesicle invasion and extra-capsular extension (ECE) of prostate cancer (96% and 81% respectively). Endorectal coil MRI is useful for determining the extent of spread and local invasion of cancers of the prostate, rectum, and anus. The coil consists of a probe with an inflatable balloon which helps maintain appropriate positioning. [extracted from Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endorectal_coil_magnetic_resonance_imaging]
What does 72244-7 measure?
This code measures Multisection endorectal^WO & W contrast IV in Pelvis. It belongs to the RAD class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.