Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become an essential noninvasive tool for the detection, staging, and management of breast cancer, with advances in magnet strength, dedicated breast coils, pulse sequences, contrast agents, and optimized protocols significantly improving diagnostic performance. Breast MRI is increasingly utilized for screening patients at elevated risk, assessing disease extent in newly diagnosed cancer, and evaluating response to therapy. Although evidence-based guidelines from the American College of Radiology outline best practices for breast MRI and MRI-guided interventions, gaps remain in consistent application across clinical settings. This enduring monograph addresses these gaps by providing education to support radiologists and MRI technologists, in the optimal, guideline-informed use of contemporary breast MRI techniques.
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
- Review requirements for breast MRI, including techniques used to optimize breast magnetic resonance (MR) protocols
- Implement 1.5T and 3T breast MR protocols that provide optimal visualization of breast cancers
- Describe strategies for minimizing gadolinium exposure during breast MRI
- Discuss breast MR image interpretation including the use of computer-aided evaluation systems
The content of this contrast enhanced MRI program is intended for radiologists and other physicians, technologists, facility managers, researchers, and other healthcare professionals.
This program has been applied for .75 hours of Category A CE credit as designated by the International Society for MR Radiographers & Technologists (ISMRT) RCEEM. Additionally, this activity may be available in multiple formats or from different sponsors. ARRT regulations state that an individual may not repeat an activity for credit if it was reported in the same or any subsequent biennium.
Release Date: 03/11/2026 | Expiration Date 03/11/2027
Faculty and Planner Disclosures:
As an accredited provider of continuing medical education, it is the policy of Northwest Imaging Forums, Inc. (NWIF) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its activities. In accordance with this policy, faculty and planners must disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies. Any relevant financial relationships have been mitigated by NWIF to ensure the integrity of the CME activity. The planner has nothing to disclose.
