A combined DW-MRI and T2W-MRI approach has been associated with improved accuracy for prostate tumor detection and has been suggested as a tool to guide tissue biopsy. DW-MRI can be used to gather tumor-related information in a noninvasive manner and has potential further roles in active surveillance, evaluating treatment efficacy, and predicting disease recurrence. Validation in large prospective multicenter trials is critical if this technique is to be integrated into current management algorithms for prostate cancer.
- Edward M. Lawrence
- Vincent J. Gnanapragasam
- Evis Sala
