Imaging Evaluation of Fetal Megacystis: How Can Magnetic Resonance Imaging Help?

Evaluation of the kidneys, bladder, and amniotic fluid volume forms part of any standard obstetrical ultrasound. When a fetal genitourinary anomaly is suspected, a more detailed evaluation is necessary. This detailed imaging can be challenging in the setting of decreased or absent amniotic fluid or large maternal body habitus, and in complex malformations. In these situations, magnetic resonance imaging can help to better define the fetal anatomy and provide a more confident and specific prenatal diagnosis.

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