The purpose of this exhibit is:
1. To review the etiological factor and epidemiology of Pelvis Lipomatosis (PL)
2. To review the clinical characteristics of PL
3. To explain radiologists’ role in the diagnosis of PL
4. To introduce the utility of MRI and scan scheme of patient who is suspected of PL
5. To introduce some important prepare tips before scan
6. To explain some key signs and parameters in the diagnosis, such as bladder morphological index and bladder seminal vesicle angle
7. To introduce treatment and follow-up of patient with PL
Etiological factor of PL
Epidemiology of PL
Clinical characteristics of PL
Radiologists’ role in the diagnosis of PL
Imaging findings
IVU
CT
MRI
MR scan scheme
Key signs and parameters
New MR sequence
Sample cases and mimics
Treatment and follow-up of patients with PL
Zhao, K,
Wang, X,
Benign Disease – but Malignant Manifestation: Pelvis Lipomatosis. Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL.
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