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Magnetic resonance cholangiopancratography (MRCP) is a radiologic technique that produces images of the pancreaticobiliary tree that are similar in appearance to those obtained by invasive radiographic methods, such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Originally described in 1991,¹ MRCP takes advantage of the inherent contrast-related properties of fluid in the biliary and pancreatic ducts. Because MRCP does not require the administration of any exogenous contrast materials, it is an ideal imaging method for patients with allergies to iodine-based contrast materials or those with a general history of atopy. The interest in MRCP on the part of surgeons, gastroenterologists, and radiologists is . . . [Full Text of this Article]

Technique

Interpretation

Obstruction of the Common Bile Duct

Stones of the Common Bile Duct

Failed or Incomplete ERCP

The Pancreatic Duct

Other Conditions

Limitations

Conclusions

Source Information

From the Department of Radiology, Boston Medical Center, Boston.

Address reprint requests to Dr. Barish at the Department of Radiology, Boston Medical Center, 1 Boston Medical Center Pl., Boston, MA 02118, or at mbarish@aol.com.

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