Magnetic resonance imaging of breast augmentation: a pictorial review

This article reviews the MRI features of different breast augmentation techniques, their associated complications, and the role of MRI in the assessment of concurrent breast abnormalities. Teaching Points • MRI has the highest sensitivity and specificity for implant rupture detection. • MRI is able to discriminate the nature of implanted prosthesis or injected materials. • Sensitivity of cancer detection by MRI is not reduced through implants.
Source: Insights into Imaging - Category: Radiology Source Type: research