Prostate imaging centers on three major health problems of the prostate gland: cancer, benign enlargement, and inflammation (the cause of most urinary tract infections). Radiology plays an important role in diagnosing and treating these problems.
Some Prostate Imaging Procedures Include:
Prostate MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the prostate uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed pictures of the structures within a man’s prostate gland. It is primarily used to evaluate the extent of prostate cancer and determine whether it has spread. It also may be used to help diagnose infection, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or congenital abnormalities.
