Diagnostic performance of conventional and advanced imaging modalities for assessing newly diagnosed cervical cancer: systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionsMRI is the method of choice for assessing any aspect of local extent, but where not available, US could be of value, particularly for assessing PMI. CT, MRI, and PET all have high specificity but poor sensitivity for the detection of lymph node metastases.Key Points•Magnetic resonance imaging is the method of choice for assessing local extent.•Ultrasound may be helpful in determining parametrial invasion, especially in lower-resourced countries.•Computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and positron emission tomography perform similarly for assessing lymph node metastasis, with high specificity but low sensitivity.
Source: European Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research