Characterization of Soft Tissue Tumors by Magnetic Resonance Imaging: A Review

Kedar Nath; Ishwar Charan; Namrata Jagawat; Akhil Kapoor

Volume : VI, Issue : III, March - 2016

Characterization of Soft Tissue Tumors by Magnetic Resonance Imaging: A Review

Kedar Nath, Ishwar Charan, Namrata Jagawat, Akhil Kapoor

Abstract :

Soft tissue tumors make up less than 1% of malignant tumours. They arise most commonly in the extremities, chest wall and retroperitoneum and are more common in older people and males, although age and gender vary for the various histological types. The primary goal for the imaging referral is to confirm the presence of a mass and to assess its extent for management plan. The utility of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in the assessment of soft–tissue masses is predicated on the generation of diagnostic images of good quality. This study evaluates the role of MRI in the assessment of soft tissue tumors.