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MRI of the penis
Chris M Lindquist1, Paul Nikolaidis2, Pardeep K Mittal3
1Department of Radiology, St. Boniface General Hospital, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R2H 2A6, Canada. umlindqu@myumanitoba.ca.
Abdominal Radiology (New York)
|November 9, 2019
Summary
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides detailed views of penile anatomy and pathologies. This review covers MRI techniques, benefits, and applications for diagnosing vascular, traumatic, and malignant penile conditions, including Peyronie's disease.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Urology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Penile anatomy and pathologies require accurate diagnostic tools.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offers high-resolution soft tissue contrast.
- Understanding MRI's role in penile imaging is crucial for diagnosis and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the anatomy and MRI appearance of the penis.
- To outline recommended MRI techniques for penile imaging.
- To discuss the utility of MRI in evaluating various penile pathologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on penile MRI.
- Description of optimal MRI sequences and protocols.
- Correlation of MRI findings with clinical presentations and treatment outcomes.
Main Results:
- MRI effectively visualizes penile erectile bodies, vasculature, and fascial layers.
- Specific MRI features aid in diagnosing priapism, Mondor disease, penile fracture, and tumors.
- MRI is valuable for staging penile malignancies and assessing Peyronie's disease.
Conclusions:
- MRI is a versatile imaging modality for penile conditions.
- It aids in the diagnosis and staging of vascular, traumatic, and neoplastic diseases.
- MRI facilitates the evaluation of structural abnormalities like Peyronie's disease.
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