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Diagnostic tests in urology: magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI ) for the staging of prostate cancer
Author(s) -
Preston Mark A.,
Harisinghani Mukesh G.,
Mucci Lorelei,
Witiuk Kelsey,
Breau Rodney H.
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
bju international
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.773
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1464-410X
pISSN - 1464-4096
DOI - 10.1111/j.1464-410x.2012.11447.x
Subject(s) - prostate cancer , medicine , magnetic resonance imaging , radiology , prostate , medical physics , cancer
What's known on the subject? and What does the study add? The use of MRI for prostate cancer diagnosis and staging is increasing. Indications for prostate MRI are not defined and many clinicians are unsure of how best to use MRI to aid clinical decisions. This evidence‐based medicine article addresses the clinical utility of prostate MRI for preoperative staging. Based on a common patient scenario, a guide to calculating the probability of extraprostatic extension is provided.