MRI Diagnosis and Evaluation of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

Objective To study MRI findings and discuss the diagnosis value of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). Methods There were 40 cases with pre.cure NPC underwent biopsy and pathology, 10 cases with recurrence after radiotherapy. 50 cases had plain scan and contrast enhance scan. Results MRI could early display nasopharyngeal top and closed off, lesions invaded parapharyngeal space. Intracranial structures and neck lymphatic turned. Conclusion MRI could provide useful informations about position and quality of nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Contrast enhanced MRI could obvious add diagnosis informations about patient.