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Five ct with oral but without iv contrast of ab / pelvis over five years. chance of caner being missed due to no iv contrast? scopes are in february.

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CT with contrast: CT is best given with contrast to achieve maximum evaluation of possible masses. Subtle findings can be missed without contrast.

Answered 1/5/2019

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