Update on Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agent-Enhanced Imaging in the Genitourinary System.
review · Level V
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Abstract
<b>OBJECTIVE.</b> The purpose of this article is to review gadolinium-based contrast agent (GBCA)-enhanced MRI applications in the genitourinary system. <b>CONCLUSION.</b> Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis is rare or nonexistent with standard dosing of group II GBCAs. Gadolinium retention, cost, and examination times are emerging considerations affecting GBCA use. GBCA is unnecessary to diagnose adrenal adenomas, simple cysts, and some Bosniak category II cysts; however, it is required to determine solid or septal renal mass enhancement. Biparametric prostate MRI requires high-quality and reproducible DWI; therefore, dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI remains valuable in selected prostate MRI examinations.