Magnetic resonance imaging of suspicious ovarian lesions

ABSTRACT

Background: Characterization of an ovarian lesion represents a diagnostic challenge; the optimal assessment of an adnexal mass requires a multidisciplinary approach, based on physical examination, laboratory tests and imaging techniques. Diagnostic imaging plays a crucial role in detection, characterization and staging of adnexal masses. Magnetic Resonance Imaging [MRI] is an essential problem solving tool to determine the site of origin of a pelvic mass and then to characterize an adnexal mass, especially in patients with indeterminate lesions