The development of modern imaging techniques plays a key role in improving the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Methods that allow for comprehensive whole-body assessment while minimizing patients’ exposure to ionizing radiation are gaining increasing importance.
In the article “A New Standard of Imaging Diagnostics in Oncology”, published on November 27, 2025, the assumptions and objectives of applying innovative whole-body imaging techniques whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (WB-MRI) and hybrid PET-MRI were presented in the context of breast cancer diagnostics. The project is led by Dr. Małgorzata Mojsak, MD, PhD, from the Medical University of Białystok.
The author emphasizes the high diagnostic value of both methods, particularly in detecting metastases in lymph nodes and distant organs such as bones, liver, and brain.
An important aspect highlighted in the article is patient safety. Unlike computed tomography-based examinations, magnetic resonance imaging does not use ionizing radiation, which is particularly significant for patients requiring multiple follow-up scans as well as younger individuals.
The project is conducted with the support of the Medical Research Agency and is non-commercial in nature, underscoring its focus on improving the quality of care for oncology patients and advancing modern diagnostic standards.
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