Magnetic resonance imaging is an important examination modality for the prevention, diagnosis and aftercare of tumours. Thanks to this method, not only benign changes but also malignant diseases can be detected and treated at an early stage. In my Radiology practice I clarify oncological issues using imaging.
Cancer can have many causes. Pre-existing conditions, genetic predisposition, lifestyle and environmental influences can all play a role in the development of cancer. Cancer is characterised by the proliferation of malignant tissue. This means that the cells grow uncontrollably and can displace or destroy the surrounding healthy tissue. They also harbour the risk of spreading and spreading throughout the body. This is referred to as metastasis and, in the case of certain entities (e.g. Lymphoma) of manifestations.
One of the most important tasks of imaging is tumour diagnostics - and ideally the early detection of signs of malignant disease. In the case of cancer, oncological imaging with tumour and spread diagnostics (staging) provides an optimal basis for individualised therapy planning and, if necessary, therapy monitoring.
Oncological imaging
Cancer diagnostics with the aid of MRI
Oncological imaging with MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging is also important for cancer diagnostics. Many questions in oncology can be specifically clarified using specialised MRI diagnostics.
The soft tissue, organs and bone marrow are visualised in a highly differentiated manner without radiation exposure. For example, tumorous brain and spinal cord changes, breast cancer, prostate cancer, small tumours in the liver and pancreas can be detected very well. One of the strengths of MRI is usually the ability to assess the tumour boundaries. MRI is the preferred imaging procedure for spinal cord compression.
Oncological imaging by CT
With computed tomography, I can very quickly and reliably detect whether there is a tumour in the body region to be examined or whether there is an indication of spread. Large or several body regions can also be comprehensively visualised in one examination.
CT is particularly suitable for assessing tumours in the lungs and abdomen. CT has a high specificity in the detection of bone metastases. Bone metastases occur most frequently in renal cell, bronchial, breast and prostate carcinomas. CT makes it possible to assess the stability of extensive metastatic bone destruction and is also useful for the biopsy of bone lesions.
Imaging important for cancer aftercare
Aftercare for long-term health
Once a cancer has been recognised and successfully treated, follow-up care is essential in order to detect a possible recurrence as early as possible.
In addition to physical examinations and laboratory tests, imaging is a key component of the aftercare concept. The method of choice with targeted planning of the examination is based on the tumour entity and the patient's individual situation.
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