What are the indications for MRCP?
Clinical indications for MRCP
- Identification of congenital anomalies of the cystic and hepatic ducts.
- Post-surgical biliary anatomy and complications.
- Pancreas divisum.
- Anomalous pancreaticobiliary junction.
- Choledocholithiasis.
- Benign biliary strictures.
- Malignant biliary strictures.
- Chronic pancreatitis.
What are the contraindications for MRI?
MRI Absolute Contraindications
- Implantable Pediatric Sternum Device. A new implanted sternal device system for pediatric patients is contraindicated for MRI.
- Metallic Foreign Body in the Eye.
- “Triggerfish” Contact Lens.
- Gastric Reflux Device.
- Insulin Pumps.
- Temporary Transvenous Pacing Leads.
When are magnetic resonance imaging MRI indicated?
MRI can be used to detect brain tumors, traumatic brain injury, developmental anomalies, multiple sclerosis, stroke, dementia, infection, and the causes of headache.
What are the restrictions for an MRI?
Remove all metal items such as hair clips, jewelry, watches, hearing aids and dentures. Credit cards will be erased if brought into the MRI. You will be asked to change into a gown for your exam. Tell your doctor and the MRI technologist if you suffer from claustrophobia (fear of being closed in).
When is CT contraindicated?
Possible contraindications for using intravenous contrast agents during computed tomography include a history of reactions to contrast agents, pregnancy, radioactive iodine treatment for thyroid disease, metformin use, and chronic or acutely worsening renal disease.
Which of the following is a risk during an MRI?
The strong, static magnetic field of the MRI scanner will pull on magnetic materials and may cause unwanted movement of the medical device. The radiofrequency energy and magnetic fields that change with time may cause heating of the implanted medical device and the surrounding tissue, which could lead to burns.
What are the safety precautions for MRI?
MRI room has a strong magnetic field at all times, and it is strictly prohibited to bring magnetic objects into MRI room. Make sure that there are no magnetic objects before entering MRI room. Be careful about metal trays placed in blind spots, such as under drapes.
What type of contrast is used in MRCP?
The majority of MRCP exams DO NOT require a contrast agent. Occasionally if the MRCP is to be done in additional to an MRI Abdomen with and without contrast we will be using a contrast agent called Gadavist. MRI Safe clothing will be provided for you to wear.
What are the contraindications for MRCP?
Relative contraindications include the presence of cardiac prosthetic valves, neurostimulators, metal prostheses, and penile implants. Fluid stasis in the adjacent duodenum or in ascitic fluid may produce image artifacts on MRCP, making it difficult to clearly visualize the biliary tree.
What is an MRCP scan?
Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) is a special type of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam that produces detailed images of the hepatobiliary and pancreatic systems, including the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas and pancreatic duct.
What are the indications for modified MRCP techniques?
Commonly applied modified MRCP techniques are: secretin-stimulated MRCP secretin (administered intravenously) causes exocrine secretion of the pancreas, dilating the pancreatic duct and improving its visualization; indications include 1: detection/characterization of pancreatic duct anomalies or strictures
What is magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)?
Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography or MRCP uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to evaluate the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas and pancreatic duct for disease. It is noninvasive and does not use ionizing radiation.