Dynamic image interpretation of MRI of the breast

Abstract

Dynamic breast MRI provides information on both lesion cross-sectional morphology and functional lesion features such as vascularity/perfusion and vessel permeability. This review gives an overview of the historical background of dynamic contrast-enhanced breast MRI. It explains the technique's pathophysiological basis, describes the various technical approaches that have been pursued and the corresponding interpretation guidelines that have been proposed (including their respective diagnostic accuracies), and presents established and evolving clinical applications of the 'dynamic approach' to breast MRI.