Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography

Hosp Med. 2000 Jun;61(6):395-9.

Abstract

Magnetic resonance imaging can now offer a robust and non-invasive diagnostic alternative to the established imaging investigations of the biliary and pancreatic ducts. This article briefly reviews the underlying principles, technique, pitfalls and clinical applications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bile Duct Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Bile Ducts / metabolism
  • Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / instrumentation
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Pancreatic Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Pancreatic Ducts / abnormalities
  • Pancreatic Ducts / metabolism
  • Patient Selection