MRI Findings of Mucinous Adenocarcinoma Arising From Perianal Fistula: Report of Two Cases
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MRI Findings of Mucinous Adenocarcinoma Arising From Perianal Fistula: Report of Two Cases

Gazi Med J 2013;24(3):87-89 DOI: 10.12996/gmj.2013.25
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Abstract

Mucinous adenocarcinoma may develop on the chronic setting of a perianal fistula. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the choice of imaging technique for the diagnosis of mucinous adenocarcinoma arising from perianal fistula. T2-weighted, and contrast enhanced MR images may provide important diagnostic information. In this report, we present MRI findings of two cases with mucinous adenocarcinoma arising from chronic perianal fistula with a brief review of the literature

Keywords: Perianal fistula, mucinous adenocarcinoma, magnetic resonance imaging