Resumen
This review focuses on the potential challenges encountered in the interpretation of multiparametric prostate MRI (mpMRI). While mpMRI is accurate in the diagnosis of prostate cancer, false positive and false negative results can occur. The review discusses anatomical structures and benign conditions that may mimic prostate cancer, including prostatitis, ectopic and stromal benign prostate hyperplasia nodules, post-biopsy hemorrhage, and abscesses. The article provides suggestions on avoiding these pitfalls and emphasizes the importance of image quality in achieving accurate interpretations. Radiologists need to be aware of these pitfalls to enhance diagnostic accuracy in the increasingly prevalent use of mpMRI for prostate evaluation.