MR Imaging–Guided Interventions in the Genitourinary Tract: An Evolving Concept - 08/08/11
, Kemal Tuncali, MD, Paul R. Morrison, MSc, Clare M. Tempany, MDAbstract |
MR imaging-guided interventions are well established in routine patient care in many parts of the world. There are many approaches, depending on magnet design and clinical need, based on MR imaging providing excellent inherent tissue contrast without ionizing radiation risk for patients. MR imaging-guided minimally invasive therapeutic procedures have advantages over conventional surgical procedures. In the genitourinary tract, MR imaging guidance has a role in tumor detection, localization, and staging and can provide accurate image guidance for minimally invasive procedures. The advent of molecular and metabolic imaging and use of higher strength magnets likely will improve diagnostic accuracy and allow targeted therapy to maximize disease control and minimize side effects.
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| This work was supported in part by National Institutes of Health grant U41RR019703. |
Vol 46 - N° 1
P. 149-166 - janvier 2008 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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