CT and MRI of congenital anomalies of the seminal vesicles

AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2007 Jul;189(1):130-5. doi: 10.2214/AJR.06.1345.

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this article is to provide a current review of the spectrum of CT and MRI findings seen in common congenital anomalies of the seminal vesicles.

Conclusion: CT and MRI can both accurately show renal and seminal vesicle anomalies. Seminal vesicle anomalies often occur concurrently with renal and vasal defects. MRI is a better tool for accurately defining anatomic relationships when one is planning to excise a seminal vesicle cyst or if one is considering a difficult differential diagnosis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Child, Preschool
  • Humans
  • Image Enhancement / methods*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Male
  • Seminal Vesicles* / abnormalities
  • Seminal Vesicles* / diagnostic imaging
  • Seminal Vesicles* / pathology
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*
  • Urogenital Abnormalities / diagnosis*