Abdominal Key

Frequently Asked Questions When is MRI preferable to CT for imaging the liver, kidneys, or pancreas? Many patients in whom iodinated contrast agents are contraindicated are referred for magnetic resonance…

Obstetric Magnetic Resonance Imaging There has been growing interest in the use of magnetic resonance (MR) for maternal-fetal imaging. The great attraction of MR imaging (MRI) in this setting is…

Approach to Interpreting Abdominal and Pelvic Magnetic Resonance Imaging Examinations Many radiologists and radiology trainees are intimidated by the prospect of interpreting abdominal and pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies,…

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Gastrointestinal Tract Multiplanar capability, lack of ionizing radiation, and potential for superior tissue characterization represent distinct advantages of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) over other imaging…

Magnetic Resonance Urography Magnetic resonance (MR) urography refers to MR imaging (MRI) of the urinary collecting systems in a way that provides information roughly analogous to conventional intravenous urography (IVU)….

Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography The refinement and dissemination of magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) techniques have revolutionized evaluation of the biliary tree and pancreatic duct. MRCP has proven particularly useful in patients…

Magnetic Resonance Angiography in the Abdomen and Pelvis Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) has become an essential tool in abdominal and pelvic MR imaging (MRI). The utility of MRA has been…

Abdominal and Pelvic Protocol Basics All of the preceding information in this text serves primarily to provide the reader with the necessary tools to establish and understand magnetic resonance (MR)…

Using Magnetic Resonance Contrast Agents in the Abdomen and Pelvis Intravenous Contrast Agents Intravenous magnetic resonance (MR) contrast agents are essential for the majority of abdominal and pelvic indications. Three…

Scan Optimization: The Art of Compromise To be successful in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), one must learn the art of compromise. With few exceptions, when attempting to optimize a scan,…