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  • Brain abscesses (BAs) are serious central nervous system (CNS) infections requiring accurate diagnosis.
  • Pyogenic BAs are common but can be challenging to diagnose and manage.
  • Conventional MRI (cMRI) is vital for lesion identification but struggles to differentiate BAs from other intracranial masses.

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  • cMRI provides lesion location and morphology but is insufficient for definitive differentiation from necrotic tumors.
  • Advanced MRI sequences, including diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), perfusion-weighted imaging (PWI), and proton MR spectroscopy (1H-MRS), offer enhanced diagnostic capabilities.
  • These advanced techniques provide critical information on structural, vascular, and metabolic characteristics of brain lesions.

Findings:

  • DWI, PWI, and 1H-MRS significantly improve the differential diagnosis of BAs from non-pyogenic abscesses and necrotic tumors.
  • Advanced MRI sequences increase neuroradiological confidence in diagnosing brain abscesses.
  • The integration of advanced MRI techniques is essential for effective diagnostic management of BAs.

Implications:

  • Enhanced diagnostic accuracy for brain abscesses leads to more timely and appropriate treatment.
  • Improved differentiation from other intracranial lesions can prevent unnecessary interventions.
  • This review highlights the practical application and added value of advanced MRI in managing CNS infections.