The Role of 3-Tesla MRI in Diagnosing and Staging Suspected Endometrial Carcinoma: Correlation with Histopathological Findings (Code-T0187)

Introduction: Carcinoma of the endometrium is one of the most common gynecological cancers, and accurate diagnosis and staging are crucial for treatment planning. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), particularly 3-Tesla MRI, has emerged as a valuable tool in evaluating endometrial carcinoma due to its high-resolution imaging and excellent soft tissue contrast. This study explores the role of 3-Tesla MRI in diagnosing and staging suspected cases of endometrial carcinoma and its correlation with histopathological findings.

Aims and Objectives: The primary aim of this study is to assess the diagnostic accuracy and staging capabilities of 3-Tesla MRI in patients with suspected endometrial carcinoma. The secondary objective is to compare the MRI findings with histopathological results to evaluate the correlation between imaging and tissue diagnosis.

Methods: A total of 50 patients with clinically suspected endometrial carcinoma underwent 3-Tesla MRI imaging followed by hysterectomy and histopathological examination. MRI scans were evaluated for tumor location, size, myometrial invasion, and lymph node involvement. Histopathological findings were used as the gold standard for comparison.

Results: The sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of 3-Tesla MRI in diagnosing and staging endometrial carcinoma were found to be high. The MRI accurately correlated with histopathology, particularly in assessing myometrial invasion and lymph node involvement, which are critical for staging.

Conclusion: 3-Tesla MRI is an effective imaging modality for the diagnosis and staging of endometrial carcinoma, offering high sensitivity and specificity. Its correlation with histopathology supports its use as a reliable preoperative tool.

Keywords: 3-Tesla MRI, Endometrial carcinoma, Diagnosis, Staging, Histopathology, Myometrial invasion.