How long after prostate biopsy can you have MRI?

21/08/2022

How long after prostate biopsy can you have MRI?

In summary, our data suggest waiting a minimum of 4 weeks before performing an MRI after prostate biopsy to enable preoperative surgical refinement based on intraprostate tumor location.

What is a multiparametric MRI?

A multiparametric MRI (mpMRI) is a special type of MRI scan that produces a more detailed picture of your prostate gland than a standard MRI scan does. You usually have a mpMRI scan if doctors suspect that you have prostate cancer.

How is a multiparametric MRI performed?

Multiparametric MRI (mpMRI) can be briefly summarized as a method of trying to obtain an ideal three-dimensional (3D) prostate image by combining T2-weighted (T2WI), diffusion weighted (DWI), dynamic contrast enhanced (DCEI) and, if desired, MR spectroscopy (MRSI) images.

Do you go in head first for a prostate MRI?

Usually, you will go into the MRI scanner feet-first. For most patients, this means your head will be outside of the scanner. During the scan, you will need to be as still as possible. If you experience claustrophobia (fear of small places), please discuss this with us before your scan.

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