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Objectives: In this narrative review, we explore the use of mpMRI in the diagnosis, staging, and treatment response of LACC, comparing its performance with that of PET\/CT, which remains complementary for remote staging. The potential of whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (WB-MRI) and hybrid PET\/MRI techniques is also analyzed, as well as the emerging applications of radiomics and artificial intelligence. The paper also discusses technical limitations, interpretative variability, and the importance of protocol standardization. The goal is to provide an updated and translational summary of imaging in LACC, with implications for clinical practice and future research. Methods: Prospective and retrospective studies, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses on adult patients with cervical cancer were included. Results: Fifty-two studies were included. MRI demonstrated a sensitivity and specificity greater than 80% for parametrial and bladder invasion, but limited sensitivity (45\u201360%) for lymph node disease, lower than PET\/CT. Multiparametric MRI was useful in early prediction of response to chemotherapy and radiotherapy and in distinguishing residual disease from fibrosis. The integration of MRI into Image-Guided Adaptive Brachytherapy (IGABT) resulted in improved oncological outcomes and reduced toxicity. The applications of radiomics and AI demonstrated enormous potential in predicting therapeutic response and lymph node status in the MRI study, but multicenter validation is still needed. Conclusions: MRI is the cornerstone of the local\u2013regional staging of advanced cervical cancer; it has become an essential and crucial tool in treatment planning. Its use, combined with PET\/CT for lymph node assessment and metastatic disease staging, is now the standard of care. 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