Real-time sonoelastography compared to magnetic resonance imaging using four different modalities at 3.0Â T in the detection of prostate cancer: Strength and weaknesses

Concerning sensitivity RTE showed advantages in apical and middle parts whereas MRI may provide advantages in the glands' base and TZ. Both RTE and MRI have limitations particularly in basal and ventral parts. Most of the undetected tumours were of low tumour volume and Gleason Score. Considering capsular involvement both techniques showed comparable results.