Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has high specificity but limited sensitivity for the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism (PE), according to a systematic review published in the journal Thrombosis Research. Given these inconclusive results, researchers say management studies are needed to more precisely define the role of MRI in the diagnostic workup of patients with suspected PE. MRI has several potential strengths that suggest it may be a useful alternative to CTPA, according to the review team.

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