MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING IN THE EVALUATION OF FEMALE PELVIS

Vinita Malhotra; Seema Dwivedi; R. N. Pandey; Rashmi Gupta

Volume : VIII, Issue : VII, July - 2019

MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING IN THE EVALUATION OF FEMALE PELVIS

Vinita Malhotra, Seema Dwivedi, R. N. Pandey, Rashmi Gupta

Abstract :

Introduction: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an excellent non-invasive technique to evaluate the female pelvis due to its high spatial resolution, excellent tissue contrast and multiplanar imaging capability. Radiologists often evaluate a wide range of pelvic masses and various congenital anomalies. Objective: Aim and objective of the study is to evaluate the importance of MRI in the pelvic masses and to characterize the MRI findings in female pelvic masses. Material & Methods: We prospectively performed MRI in our institute in 57 patients which detected pelvic pathologies or pelvic masses on clinical examination and/or ultrasonography. These lesions were examined for size, shape, signal intensity, character and post contrast enhancement. Secondary signs such as ascites, lymphadenopathy and invasion of the adjacent organs were observed. Results: MRI was significantly superior in the evaluation of the tumor extension, myometrium invasion, detection of lymph nodes and parametrium involvement. Bladder and anorectal carcinoma can also be well detected on MRI. Various benign tumors of uterus, congenital anomalies can also be seen. Conclusion: MRI is an excellent investigating technique to evaluate the female pelvic masses due to its high spatial resolution, excellent tissue contrast and multiplanar imaging capability. It is very good modality for the tumor staging and follow-up the cases.