Practical aspects of prostate MRI: hardware and software considerations, protocols, and patient preparation

Abdom Radiol (NY). 2016 May;41(5):817-30. doi: 10.1007/s00261-015-0590-x.

Abstract

The use of multiparametric MRI scans for the evaluation of men with prostate cancer has increased dramatically and is likely to continue expanding as new developments come to practice. However, it has not yet gained the same level of acceptance of other imaging tests. Partly, this is because of the use of suboptimal protocols, lack of standardization, and inadequate patient preparation. In this manuscript, we describe several practical aspects of prostate MRI that may facilitate the implementation of new prostate imaging programs or the expansion of existing ones.

Keywords: Magnetic resonance; Prostate; Protocol; Technique.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted*
  • Image-Guided Biopsy
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / instrumentation
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Male
  • Prostatic Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
  • Software*