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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Oncology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Multiparametric MRI (mpMRI) is increasingly vital for prostate cancer staging and management.
  • Current literature supports mpMRI's role in cancer detection and guiding treatment decisions.
  • However, a universally accepted mpMRI staging framework is absent.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current evidence on mpMRI for prostate cancer local staging.
  • To highlight MRI features distinguishing organ-confined disease from advanced stages (EPE, seminal vesicle invasion).
  • To explore structured reporting frameworks and address challenges in mpMRI staging.

Main Methods:

  • Narrative review of existing literature on mpMRI for prostate cancer staging.
  • Synthesis of evidence on MRI features for local staging.
  • Exploration of proposed reporting frameworks for extraprostatic extension (EPE).

Main Results:

  • mpMRI aids in identifying key features for local staging, including EPE and seminal vesicle invasion.
  • Proposed structured frameworks for EPE reporting exist, using MRI alone or with clinical data.
  • Variability in reproducibility and lack of standardization are noted challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Standardization of mpMRI reporting and integration into international guidelines are crucial.
  • Prospective studies are needed to validate mpMRI staging in clinical practice.
  • Future advancements may involve radiomics, AI, and molecular imaging for enhanced prostate cancer staging.