Radiology Key

Gregory S. Karczmar and Federico D. Pineda Routine clinical interpretation of dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (DCE-MRI) by radiologists is based on subjective assessment of signal enhancement and the change…

Abstract The focus of this chapter is to review the imaging characteristics of non-invasive cancer (ductal carcinoma in situ [DCIS]) and the MRI appearance of this lesion which often presents…

Hiroyuki Abe Abstract When abnormal findings are detected on breast MRI studies, the next step is to differentiate between probably benign lesions that do not need tissue sampling and suspicious…

Gillian M Newstead and Michael S. Middleton Abstract This chapter outlines a standard method for interpretation and reporting of diagnostic MRI examinations and discusses the management of patients with challenging…

Gillian Newstead Abstract Implementation of an abbreviated (AB-MR) technique as a method for breast screening for women at moderate (15-20%) risk and/or mammographically dense breasts is an innovative and challenging…

Gillian Newstead Abstract This chapter outlines a practical approach for achieving a standard, high-quality breast MRI examination. Excellent image resolution is a prerequisite for accurate diagnosis. Key components of a…

Federico D. Pineda, Gregory S. Karczmar, and Naoko Mori Abstract Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI) is the most effective method for detection of breast cancer. MRI contrast agents are injected intravenously,…

Gillian M. Newstead Abstract The first chapter provides a general overview of the clinical applications and diagnostic utility of breast MRI and the need for specific individual technical protocols for…

Gillian M. Newstead Abstract Mammography screening trials have shown the decreased mortality benefit of early diagnosis. Nonetheless there is certainly room for improvement with new screening methods. This chapter will…