What is multiparametric-MRI of the prostate and why do we need it?

摘要: Post-Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of death in men. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing has led to an over-diagnosis relatively indolent disease, which been further compounded by limitations traditional diagnosis transrectal ultrasound-guided biopsy. Improvements MRI technique and, particular, functional imaging have enabled radiologist play a key role risk stratification and management patients, with drive utilizing early diagnostic pathway. However, remains challenging both acquisition images their interpretation, highlighting need for recent push towards greater standardisation. The benefits are discussed, along future directions field.