MR tomography in staging of carcinomas of the uterus
Scheidler, J.; Heuck, A.; Reiser, M.
Der Radiologe 34(7): 377-383
1994
ISSN/ISBN: 0033-832X PMID: 7938485 Document Number: 423231
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has proven to be a suitable imaging modality for the evaluation of uterine neoplasms. In contrast to computed tomography and ultrasound, MRI allows multiplanar observer-independent imaging of the whole female pelvis with high tissue-specific contrast. This article reviews the advantages and limitations of MRI in the staging of endometrial and cervical carcinoma, focusing on MRI with reference to other imaging modalities. New technical developments are discussed and an imaging approach for these tumor types is suggested.