Assessment of the accuracy of biparametric MRI/TRUS fusion-guided biopsy for index tumor evaluation using postoperative pathology specimens

Assessment of the accuracy of biparametric MRI/TRUS fusion-guided biopsy for index tumor evaluation using postoperative pathology specimens

Abstract Background Multiparametric MRI (mpMRI) is widely used for the diagnosis, surveillance, and staging of prostate cancer. However, it has several limitations, including higher costs, longer examination times, and the use of gadolinium-based contrast agents. This study aimed to investigate the...

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Main Authors: Ryutaro Shimizu, Shuichi Morizane, Atsushi Yamamoto, Hiroshi Yamane, Ryoma Nishikawa, Yusuke Kimura, Noriya Yamaguchi, Katsuya Hikita, Masashi Honda, Atsushi Takenaka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Urology
Subjects:
Prostate cancer
Biparametric MRI
MRI/transrectal ultrasound fusion prostate biopsy
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12894-024-01473-0

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12894-024-01473-0

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