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  • Radiology
  • Oncology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Multiparametric MRI (mp-MRI) is a stable tool for prostate cancer assessment.
  • Dynamic contrast-enhanced (DCE) sequences in mp-MRI are under scrutiny due to potential redundancy with diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) and contrast agent costs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the role and necessity of DCE sequences within current prostate MRI protocols.
  • To discuss the implications of omitting DCE sequences for prostate cancer diagnosis and management.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on the applications of dynamic MRI in prostate cancer.
  • Analysis of the unique contributions of DCE sequences compared to T2-weighted and DWI sequences.
  • Discussion of the impact of DCE sequence omission on clinical practice.

Main Results:

  • DCE sequences can identify lesions not visible on T2-weighted and DWI.
  • These sequences improve the assessment of prostate cancer extent and aggressiveness.
  • DCE MRI aids in detecting post-treatment recurrence.

Conclusions:

  • Despite challenges, DCE sequences provide valuable, unique information in prostate MRI.
  • Omitting DCE sequences may hinder comprehensive cancer evaluation and recurrence detection.
  • Careful consideration is needed before removing DCE from prostate MRI protocols.