Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography – MRHPG

Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)

What is magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography?

MRI uses magnetic waves and a computer, to make pictures of internal structures of the body. Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRHPG) It is a special type of MRI. It applies, to make pictures of hepatobiliary and pancreatic human systems.

When performing magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography? – Reasons for MRCP

MRCP is used to check:

• Liver;
• Gallbladder;
• The bile ducts of the liver, which passes the bile;
• Pancreas and pancreatic duct, which are digestive enzymes.

Your doctor may prescribe MRCP, to find:

• The cause of these symptoms, like abdominal pain or jaundice – yellowing of the skin, cause liver problems;
• Some diseases – pancreatitis, causing inflammation of the pancreas;
• Blockage of the bile duct;
• Possible tumors or other education.

Possible complications MRCP

Complications are rare MRCP. If you plan to perform MRCP, doctor will tell you about the possible complications.

Some people have seen a bad reaction to contrast material – Specialty Chemicals, which improves the granularity of the photographs. In some people, the contrast can cause allergic reactions or kidney problems.

MRI can be harmful, if the inside of your body, there are some implants, such as artificial joints and pacemakers. Check, that the doctor knows about the metal objects and electronic devices in your body.

Be sure to discuss the risks with your doctor before the procedure. Tell your doctor about your allergies and other diseases.

How is magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography?

Preparations for the MRCP

In just a few days before the MRCP:

• The doctor will examine your medical history, including ask the following questions:
  • Did you ever have an allergic reaction to the contrast dye?
  • Whether you are pregnant? Be sure to tell your doctor, If you are pregnant or are suspected pregnancy;
  • Is there anything in your body implantable medical devices? The list includes pacemakers, ear implants, insulin pumps, neurostimulators and shunts;
  • Is there anything in your body, artificial joints, metal pins, and other metal objects?
• For the detection of metal objects, before the MRCP can be assigned X-rays.

You may be asked to stop eating or drinking for about 2-4 hours before the MRCP.

Right before the test, you will be asked to take off metal objects – jewelry, hearing aid, glasses.

How is magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography?

You may be given a mild sedative, to help you relax and calm down.

For the administration of contrast medium, into a vein in the arm or leg is inserted a small needle.

You will need to lie still on a special movable table, which “zaezzhaet” a narrow, closed cylinder. The technician through an intercom will give you instructions. It will then take pictures of physician interest and ducts in the abdomen. When all the pictures are made, you can get. If the needle was inserted into a vein, it will be removed.

In some cases, after the MRI performed MRCP rest of the peritoneal cavity.

After the MRCP

You will be asked to wait, while the image will be analyzed. In some cases, you may need additional shots.

If you took a sedative, you can not get behind the wheel, working with machines and make important decisions for at least a day.

How long will the MRCP?

The procedure may take 15-45 minutes. The duration will depend on the, whether you need MRI.

MRHPG – Will it hurt?

During the administration of a contrast agent may feel some discomfort some.

Results MRCP

The radiologist will analyze the images obtained, and, if necessary, consult with your doctor.

Contact your doctor after MRCP

After the examination, call your doctor, if any of the following situations:

• There was a worsening of symptoms;
• There were allergic or abnormal symptoms, particularly when administered contrast agent.