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MRI May Improve Prostate Cancer Monitoring

Volume tracking and longitudinal imaging may enhance assessment of progression during active surveillance.

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  • Kathryn Wighton

  • April 13, 2026

  • 3 min

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    MRI is crucial for monitoring prostate cancer during active surveillance, offering greater accuracy than PSA testing or biopsy.

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    Volume assessment of tumors is more clinically relevant than maximum diameter, reflecting tumor burden and growth rate.

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    The PRECISE system standardizes reporting of tumor changes but lacks quantification of change magnitude and rate.

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    A practical reporting approach emphasizes consistent volume measurement and longitudinal context for better clinical interpretation.

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    MRI's effectiveness in prostate cancer monitoring is enhanced by assessing changes over time and integrating clinical data.

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MRI May Improve Prostate Cancer Monitoring

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • April 13, 2026

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