Characterization of pediatric head and neck masses with quantitative analysis of diffusion-weighted imaging and measurement of apparent diffusion coefficients

Conclusion: Diffusion-weighted MRI study is an accurate, fast, noninvasive, and nonenhanced technique that can be used to characterize head and neck lesions. DWI helps to differentiate malignant from benign lesions based on calculated ADC values. Additionally, DWI is helpful to guide biopsy target sites and decrease the rate of unnecessary invasive procedures.

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Source: Indian Journal of Radiology and Imaging - January 13, 2021 Category: Radiology Authors: Ali Baiomy Ayman Nada Ahmed Gabr Ayda Youssef Esmat Mahmoud Iman Zaky Source Type: research