MRI as a Monitoring Tool for Detecting Therapeutic Response in the Recurrence of Carcinoma Cervix
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Background: Carcinoma cervix recurrence is difficult to assess clinically, and MRI offers superior soft tissue evaluation. Methods: A hospital-based observational study was conducted on 44 post-treatment cases using T2W, DWI, and contrast MRI sequences. Clinical findings were correlated with imaging to determine diagnostic accuracy. Results: MRI identified 22 recurrent lesions, including cases missed clinically. Sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy were 88.89%, 30%, and 57.89% respectively. The T2W+DWI combination diagnosed all recurrences and excluded false positives, while contrast had limited added value. MRI also detected nodal recurrence in one case without a pelvic mass. Conclusion: MRI, especially T2W with DWI, is a reliable tool for post-treatment surveillance of carcinoma cervix, aiding early detection of recurrence and avoiding overtreatment.
Source: Journal of Carcinogenesis
Author: D Rajasree
Institution: Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute
Language: English
Topic: MRI in cancer diagnosis
Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,500
OpenAlex ID: W7082645341
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