title: Diagnostic tests in urology: magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for the staging of prostate cancer.
abstract: WHAT'S KNOWN ON THE SUBJECT? AND WHAT DOES THE STUDY ADD?: The use of MRI for prostate cancer diagnosis and staging is increasing. Indications for prostate MRI are not defined and many clinicians are unsure of how best to use MRI to aid clinical decisions. This evidence-based medicine article addresses the clinical utility of prostate MRI for preoperative staging. Based on a common patient scenario, a guide to calculating the probability of extraprostatic extension is provided.
authors: Department of Urology, Massachusetts General Hospital; Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA.
authors: Mark A
authors: MA
authors: Preston
authors: Mukesh G
authors: MG
authors: Harisinghani
authors: Lorelei
authors: L
authors: Mucci
authors: Kelsey
authors: K
authors: Witiuk
authors: Rodney H
authors: RH
authors: Breau
mesh_terms: D003657:Decision Making; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine / Q000379:methods*; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D009367:Neoplasm Staging; D049451:Nomograms; D011468:Prostatectomy; D011471:Prostatic Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity