title: MR imaging of the bladder.
abstract: MR imaging of the bladder can now be routinely and easily performed with consistent quality. The latest techniques provide high-resolution images of the soft tissue contrast and the ability to perform dynamic contrast imaging and functional pelvic floor studies. MR imaging fits in as a complimentary tool to cystoscopy and to conventional pelvic floor dynamic studies and can provide a unique imaging perspective of the bladder. It is important, however, to remain cognizant of the limitations of its use in tumor detection and discrimination.
authors.affiliation: The Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 601 North Caroline Street, Room 3240F, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA. llawler@jhmi.edu
authors.forename: Leo P
authors.initials: LP
authors.lastname: Lawler
mesh_terms: D003287:Contrast Media; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D009362:Neoplasm Metastasis; D001745:Urinary Bladder Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology; D001749:Urinary Bladder Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology
chemical_list: D003287:Contrast Media