MRI of the breast

MRI of the breast is rapidly evolving as a sensitive technique for the detection and staging of breast cancer. It has considerable benefits but is time consuming and expensive. The benefits and limitations of this technique are presented.

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Published in:British journal of radiology 2000-08, Vol.73 (872), p.806-818
Main Author: Rankin, S C
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Breast Neoplasms - diagnosis
Breast Neoplasms - pathology
Female
Humans
Magnetic Resonance Imaging - methods
Neoplasm Recurrence, Local - diagnosis
Neoplasm Staging
Sensitivity and Specificity
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Summary:MRI of the breast is rapidly evolving as a sensitive technique for the detection and staging of breast cancer. It has considerable benefits but is time consuming and expensive. The benefits and limitations of this technique are presented.
ISSN:0007-1285
1748-880X
DOI:10.1259/bjr.73.872.11026854