MR imaging in the evaluation of (deep infiltrating) endometriosis: the value of diffusion-weighted imaging

Mph Busard, Velja Mijatovic, Cornelis van Kuijk
2010 · W2186288257
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This study investigated the value of diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) in characterizing endometriotic lesions and ovarian cysts by analyzing signal intensity and apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) values compared to standard MRI protocols.

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Materials and Methods: In a prospective single center study, DWI was added to the standard MR imaging protocol in 56 consecutive patients with known or suspected endometriosis. Endometriotic lesions as well as (functional) ovarian cysts were analysed for location, size, and signal intensity on T1-, T2-, and DWI. Signal intensity ratios were calculated, using the obturatorius muscle. Apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) values were calculated using b-values of 50, 400, 800 and 1200 s/mm. Statistical analysis included the Spearman correlation coefficient, Mann Whitney U and Kruskall-Wallis tests.

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