MRI-guided core biopsy of the prostate in the supine position - Introduction of a simplified technique using large-bore magnet systems

Schwab S, Kuefner MA, Adamietz B, Engelhard K, Keck B, Kunath F, Wach S, Wullich B, Uder M, Engehausen D (2013)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2013

Journal

European Radiology Springer Verlag (Germany)

Book Volume: 23

Pages Range: 1415-1419

Journal Issue: 5

DOI: 10.1007/s00330-012-2698-5

Abstract

Objectives: To introduce a simplified technique for MRI-guided core biopsies (MRGB) of the prostate in the supine position using large-bore magnet systems. Methods: Fifty men with a history of negative transrectal ultrasound-guided biopsies underwent MRGB in either a 1.5-T (13/50) or 3.0-T (37/50) wide-bore MRI unit. MRGBs were conducted with the patients in a supine position using a dedicated MR-compatible biopsy device. Results: We developed a dedicated positioning device for the supine position. Using this device, the biopsies were performed successfully in all patients. Apart from minor rectal bleeding, only one patient developed a major side effect (urosepsis). Histology revealed prostate cancer in 25/50 (50 %) patients. Conclusions: The new technique appears feasible. Its major advantage is the more comfortable and patient-friendly supine position during the biopsy without the need to modify the MRI system's patient table. Key Points: • A novel positioning device for MRI-guided prostate biopsies has been developed. • Biopsies can be performed in the patient-friendly supine position. • The positioning device can be utilised without modifying the MRI's patient table. © 2012 European Society of Radiology.

Authors with CRIS profile

Bastian Keck Lehrstuhl für Urologie Frank Kunath Institut für Lehre und Forschung am Medizincampus Oberfranken Bernd Wullich Lehrstuhl für Urologie Michael Uder Lehrstuhl für Diagnostische Radiologie Dirk Engehausen Medizinische Fakultät

Involved external institutions

Krankenhaus Martha-Maria Nürnberg DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Schwab, S., Kuefner, M.A., Adamietz, B., Engelhard, K., Keck, B., Kunath, F.,... Engehausen, D. (2013). MRI-guided core biopsy of the prostate in the supine position - Introduction of a simplified technique using large-bore magnet systems. European Radiology, 23(5), 1415-1419. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00330-012-2698-5

MLA:

Schwab, Siegfried, et al. "MRI-guided core biopsy of the prostate in the supine position - Introduction of a simplified technique using large-bore magnet systems." European Radiology 23.5 (2013): 1415-1419.

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