MR imaging of large and rare pelvic masses from non-gynecological etiology

Date publication

juillet 2008

Auteurs

Membres identifiés du Cancéropôle Est :
Pr HOEFFEL Christine

Tous les auteurs :
Crema MD, Marra MD, Merran S, Hoeffel C

Lien Pubmed

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18772747

Résumé

The diagnosis and characterization of pelvic masses may be problematic, especially when they are larger than 5 cm in diameter. The majority of large pelvic masses in women originate from gynecological structures. However, they may also originate from the GI tract, Urinary tract, retroperitoneum, Pelvic soft tissue structures, peritoneum and bones. MRI is the imaging modality of choice because it provides excellent contrast resolution and allows direct multiplanar imaging capabilities. Diagnosis is usually suggested after careful evaluation Of the tumor location, anatomical relationships, morphology and signal characteristics. In this article, we will discuss the MR imaging features of large rare pelvic masses of non-gynecological origin, along with associated clinical and histological findings.

Référence

J Radiol. 2008 Jul-Aug;89(7-8 Pt 1):853-61.