Static and dynamic magnetic resonance imaging of the pelvic floor
Maubon, A.; Martel-Boncoeur, M.P.; Juhan, V.; Courtieu, C.; Meny, R.; Marès, P.; Rouanet, J.P.
Journal de Radiologie 81(12 Suppl): 1875-1886
2000
ISSN/ISBN: 0221-0363 PMID: 11173758 Document Number: 512176
MRI assessment of pelvic floor dysfunction is still fairly recent. It is a fast expanding field, owing to its safety and simplicity when compared to other imaging modalities. The possibility of direct dynamic imaging is a decisive input, and it can be coupled to a clinical examination at the magnet. The most widely used sequences are T2 weighted fast TSE or fast gradient echo, in the sagittal and frontal planes. Dynamic MRI of the pelvic floor allows pre-operative staging of prolapse, detection of hidden prolapses and assessment of muscle trophicity. Post-operatively it allows assessment of surgical results and failures or recurrences.