Combined T2 and diffusion-weighted MR imaging with template prostate biopsies in men suspected with prostate cancer but negative transrectal ultrasound-guided biopsies

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Transperineal template biopsies (TPB) improve prostate cancer diagnosis in men with previous negative TRUS biopsies and rising PSA levels.
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T2-weighted MR imaging provides valuable anatomical information and enhances visualization of cancer lesions in the prostate.
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Rapid prototyping technology allows for 3D modeling of prostate anatomy, aiding in patient-specific planning for biopsies and surgeries.
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The study assessed the diagnostic accuracy of TPB compared to whole mount prostate specimens, utilizing 3D printed molds for histological analysis.
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MRI imaging was performed prior to TPB to minimize artifacts, and included both T2-weighted and diffusion-weighted sequences for comprehensive assessment.

World Journal Of Urology

by Nissar Sheikh, Cheng Wei, Magdalena Szewczyk-Bieda, Annie Campbell, Shaukat Memon, Stephen Lang, Ghulam Nabi
May 28, 2016

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