ECR 2019 / C-0184
Pitfalls and limitations of breast MRI- a pictorial review
Type:
Educational Exhibit
Keywords:
Artifacts, Diagnostic procedure, MR, Breast
Authors:
D. Suleimenova, M. Eghtedari, H. Ojeda-Fournier; La Jolla, CA/US
DOI:
10.26044/ecr2019/C-0184
Background
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Breast MRI is an invaluable adjunct tool in breast imaging and the most sensitive imaging modality to detect breast cancer
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Dynamic Contrast Enhanced Breast MRI is widely used with standardized appropriate indications including: Preoperative planning in patients with new diagnosis of breast cancer; High risk screening; and additional evaluation when mammography and ultrasound results are inconclusive
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MR images are susceptible to different types of artifacts
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It is important to recognize these artifacts for appropriate and accurate image interpretation [1]