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The Basics of Breast MRI

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Magnetic resonance imaging of the breast has been well established as a supplemental imaging modality with proven benefit in breast cancer screening and diagnosis. Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI of the breast has been shown to be the most sensitive imaging modality in the detection of breast carcinoma. A review of the currently accepted as well as some additional less commonly used indications that have not been rigorously validated is presented. The protocols, techniques of examination, and the artifacts encountered in a breast MRI examination are discussed. The role of MRI in the assessment of breast implants is briefly described. The BI-RADS terminology for breast MRI is presented. Breast MRI in the staging and diagnosis of breast cancer is discussed in a separate chapter.

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  1. Department of Radiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA

    Mahesh K. Shetty MD, FRCR, FACR, FAIUM

  2. Woman’s Center for Breast Care and MRI, Woman’s Hospital of Texas, Fannin 7600, Houston, TX, 77054, USA

    Mahesh K. Shetty MD, FRCR, FACR, FAIUM

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Shetty, M.K. (2015). The Basics of Breast MRI. In: Shetty, M. (eds) Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-1267-4_8

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