MRI of the pancreas: indications, contraindications and results of the study
order that would do an MRI of the pancreasThere is evidence, because the doctor must know what this study will give him.
Indications for use are :
- Acute pancreatitis:
- Presence of stones in ducts;
- Chronic pancreatitis;
- Cysts, as well as benign gland tumors;
- Malignant oncology;
Against the background of other diagnostic methods, the method of magnetic resonance imaging has the maximum diagnostic capabilities.
But along with the MRI of the pancreas, other tests are performed, in particular laboratory tests.
Contraindications
As such, there are no contraindications to MRI, they are all relative. These include:
- Extra weight( more than 200 kg);
- Fear of enclosed space;
- Mental disturbances;
- Heart failure, decompensated;
- First half of pregnancy;
- Presence of an insulin pump, pacemaker, nervous system stimulant or haemostatic clips;
- Tattoos made with paint with the addition of metal;
- Severe general condition of the patient;
Absolute contraindications are:
- Availability of the Illyzarova apparatus;
- Metal implants;
- Middle ear implants;
- Crosting clips in the cranial cavity;
Essence and duration of the study
There are indications when a study is conducted using contrast( when it is necessary to check the patency of the ducts).MRI helps visualize stones of any caliber. The effect is when diagnosing the body and tail of the pancreas. The accuracy of the diagnosis reaches up to 97% if there are clear indications for the method.
Specially prepared in order to conduct an MRI of the pancreas is not necessary. The duration of the procedure, as a rule, is about half an hour, the minimum duration is 10 minutes.
You need to dress in natural linen and in the locker room to leave all metal items, credit cards, and a mobile phone.
The result will be ready in 2 hours.
A person lays down on a table that moves inside the device until the projection of the pancreas is over the magnet. Thanks to modern apparatus, a person is inside not all, but only a part of it. When a person passes an MRI, one should not move, and breathing should be smooth and steady, otherwise the picture will not be clear. The device can give noise, it should not be afraid, and special headphones will help to drown it.
There is a special microphone that, during the MRI of the pancreas, can help you contact your doctor. There may be a close person or friend who can support.
Preparation
The very procedure of MRI can be performed in any institution where there is a device, and only in the direction of the doctor, the main thing is that there would be readings. Before the examination, you can take food, as well as drink water and medicines( the exception is the pancreatic gland with contrast).
Result of the study
The doctor who ordered the MRI receives a picture of the gland and surrounding organs and tissues. The tissue of the pancreas is layered at different levels with different "cut" thicknesses. It is also possible to get an idea of the condition of the organ in any projection and to diagnose even the smallest formations and the condition of the ducts, especially with the use of contrast, which is widely used in the pancreatic gland.
It is not necessary to have clear indications for the study, MRI can be performed for the purpose of prevention and possible diagnosis of disorders. As a result, clearly visualized cavities, as well as neoplasms that differ in color.
Three-dimensional image gives an opportunity to assess the surface and structure of the fabric, as well as the size, longitudinal and transverse in different areas.
