Adolescent
13 - 17 years of age
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
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- Elevated PSA levels
- Abnormal digital rectal exam (DRE)
- Family history of prostate cancer….
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- Preparation:
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- Preparation: Prior to the MRI, the patient will be asked….
- Positioning: The patient will lie on a table that….
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- Preparation:
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- Prostate cancer: MRI can help detect prostate cancer, including….
- Inflammation or infection: MRI can detect signs of….
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- If the MRI was done with contrast, the radiologist will….
- The report may recommend further testing, such as a biopsy, to….
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- False negatives….
- False positives….
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- If potential problems or abnormalities are identified, the….
- If no abnormalities or concerns are identified,….
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