Multiparametric MRI in Active Surveillance of Prostate Cancer: An Overview and a Practical Approach
- Author:
Chau Hung LEE
1
;
Teck Wei TAN
;
Cher Heng TAN
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review Article
- From:Korean Journal of Radiology 2021;22(7):1087-1099
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: MRI has become important for the detection of prostate cancer. MRI-guided biopsy is superior to conventional systematic biopsy in patients suspected with prostate cancer. MRI is also increasingly used for monitoring patients with low-risk prostate cancer during active surveillance. It improves patient selection for active surveillance at diagnosis, although its role during follow-up is unclear. We aim to review existing evidence and propose a practical approach for incorporating MRI into active surveillance protocols.
