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Published in: Pediatric Radiology 6/2016

01-05-2016 | Pediatric Body MRI

Magnetic resonance imaging of acquired disorders of the pediatric female pelvis other than neoplasm

Authors: Mougnyan Cox, Sharon W. Gould, Daniel J. Podberesky, Monica Epelman

Published in: Pediatric Radiology | Issue 6/2016

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Abstract

Transabdominal US remains the primary screening imaging modality of the pediatric female pelvis. However, MRI has become an invaluable adjunct to US in recent years. MRI offers superb soft-tissue contrast resolution that allows for detailed evaluation, particularly of the ovaries and their associated pathology. MRI can yield diagnostic information that is similar to or even better than that of US, especially in nonsexually active girls in whom transvaginal US would be contraindicated. MRI is generally a second-line examination and is preferred over CT because it does not involve the use of ionizing radiation. MRI might be underutilized in this population, particularly in differentiating surgical from nonsurgical conditions. This article reviews the relevant anatomy and discusses imaging of acquired conditions that involve the pediatric female genital tract, illustrating associated pathology with case examples.
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Metadata
Title
Magnetic resonance imaging of acquired disorders of the pediatric female pelvis other than neoplasm
Authors
Mougnyan Cox
Sharon W. Gould
Daniel J. Podberesky
Monica Epelman
Publication date
01-05-2016
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Pediatric Radiology / Issue 6/2016
Print ISSN: 0301-0449
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1998
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-016-3595-x

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