Multiparametric MRI in Active Surveillance of Prostate Cancer: An Overview and a Practical Approach

Abstract

MRI has become important for the detection of prostate cancer. MRI-guided biopsy is superior to conventional systematic biopsy in patients suspected with prostate cancer. MRI is also increasingly used for monitoring patients with low-risk prostate cancer during active surveillance. It improves patient selection for active surveillance at diagnosis, although its role during follow-up is unclear. We aim to review existing evidence and propose a practical approach for incorporating MRI into active surveillance protocols.

Keywords: Active surveillance; Image-guided biopsy; Magnetic resonance imaging; Prostate cancer; Review.