Virtual Colonoscopy Shows Promise for At-Risk Seniors

According to a new study published in the journal Radiology, virtual colonography is a safe and effective way to screen older adults at risk for colon cancer.

Colon perforation - a potential complication of standard colorectal cancer screening exams - is eliminated with computed tomographic colonography (CTC). In addition, the colonoscopy referral rate with CTC is 15.3 percent, which is slightly lower than other Medicare-covered colorecal cancer screening exams.

To view the study's abstract, click here.