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Preferred Label : capsule of prostate;

RADLEX synonyms : prostatic capsule;

Definition : thin fibrous tissue surrounding prostate, posterolaterally. The capsule is not present anteriorly and at the apex. [PI-RADS]: Histologically, there is no distinct capsule that surrounds the prostate, however historically the capsule has been defined as an outer band of the prostatic fibromuscular stroma blending with endopelvic fascia and may be visible on imaging as a distinct thin layer of tissue surrounding or partially surrounding the peripheral zone.;

Source : PI-RADS;

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thin fibrous tissue surrounding prostate, posterolaterally. The capsule is not present anteriorly and at the apex. [PI-RADS]: Histologically, there is no distinct capsule that surrounds the prostate, however historically the capsule has been defined as an outer band of the prostatic fibromuscular stroma blending with endopelvic fascia and may be visible on imaging as a distinct thin layer of tissue surrounding or partially surrounding the peripheral zone.

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28/04/2025


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