Test characteristics of virtual colonoscopy for detecting colorectal adenomas*
| Polyp size | Sensitivity (95% CI) | Specificity (CI) | +LR | −LR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Diagnostic terms defined in glossary; LRs calculated from data in article. | ||||
| ⩾6 mm | 89% (83 to 93) | 80% (77 to 82) | 4.35 | 0.14 |
| ⩾8 mm | 94% (86 to 98) | 92% (91 to 94) | 12.04 | 0.07 |
| ⩾10 mm | 94% (83 to 99) | 96% (95 to 97) | 23.45 | 0.06 |