THE IMPORTANCE OF MRI (MAGNETIC RESONANSE IMAGING) IN GYNECOLOGY

Abstract

This paper provides a systematic analysis of the clinical value of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in gynecology, focusing on diagnostic accuracy and its impact on clinical decision-making. The aim is to assess how MRI contributes to evaluation of uterine, cervical, and ovarian disorders in terms of reproducibility and treatment planning. The methodology follows an evidence-informed narrative review of publications from 2018–2025 and an integrated appraisal of multiparametric protocols used in routine practice, including T2-weighted imaging, diffusion-weighted imaging, and dynamic contrast-enhanced sequences. Scientific novelty is formulated as a set of practical principles for standardized MRI interpretation, improved staging of gynecologic malignancies, refined mapping of endometriosis, and organizational criteria for selecting MRI in preoperative planning while balancing safety and cost-effectiveness. The analysis demonstrates that MRI complements ultrasound and CT, and in specific scenarios it can serve as a first-line modality due to superior soft-tissue contrast and functional imaging capabilities that directly inform personalized management.