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Staging of Prostate Cancer: Role of Multiparametric Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Different Risk Classes.

Authors :
Guerra, Francesco Saverio
Eusebi, Laura
Bartelli, Francesco
Cecchini, Sara
Paci, Enrico
Guglielmi, Giuseppe
Source :
Urology Research & Practice; Jul2023, Vol. 49 Issue 4, p216-224, 9p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Using multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging, it is now possible to diagnose prostate cancer and categorize its risk. As it can accurately determine the extracapsular extension of the tumor, invasion of seminal vesicles, involvement of lymph nodes, and the potential presence of bone metastases, multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging plays a crucial role not only in the diagnosis but also in the local staging of prostate cancer. The patients with a history of negative biopsy/increasing prostatespecific antigen and the existence of further data supporting its use in biopsy-naive patients and active surveillance are the most blatant indications for multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging in guidelines. The traditional clinical examination, prostate-specific antigen tests, and systematic biopsy are all enhanced by multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging, which will miss certain cancers due to insufficient size or changes in tissue density. The use of multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging is expected to rise, and further advances in the method will be crucial for the secure adoption of targeted therapeutic ideas. Here, we give a succinct overview of multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging's application to the identification and risk classification of prostate cancer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
29801478
Volume :
49
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Urology Research & Practice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
169860676
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5152/tud.2023.22261