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The opposite party has stated that when the patient came on 10.07.2017 for follow-up checkup with complaint of pain in the abdomen he was immediately advised for MRCP and MRCP was done at Diwan diagnostics, Ghaziabad. In this test ERCP was advised for further evaluation, therefore the patient was immediately and timely advised for ERCP from Fortis Hospital. So first we should know what is MRCP and what is ERCP.
What is a magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)?
A magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) is an imaging test to examine your pancreatic and biliary (bile duct) systems. This test uses a dye, infused into your veins through an intravenous (IV) line. The dye (called a contrast agent) helps produce clearer images of your organs and the tubes that connect them. The results help your healthcare provider diagnose conditions and plan treatment.
• Pancreatic cysts and pseudocysts.
TEST DETAILS Who performs an MRCP?
A radiology technologist usually performs an MRCP. A radiologist (a physician who specializes in medical imaging) will also be present and read the test results. MRCP is an outpatient procedure that takes place at a medical clinic or hospital.
What types of MRI scanners are used for MRCP?
Different medical facilities use different MRI scanners. The types include:
• Closed-bore MRI: You lie on an examination table that slides into a large cylinder-shaped tube surrounded by a powerful circular magnet. Your head and abdomen are inside the scanner. Some closed-bore MRIs now have wider tunnel openings (wide-bore MRIs).
What are the benefits of an MRCP?
This specialized contrast MRI produces clear, detailed images of organs and ducts without the use of X-ray radiation. MRCP uses an MRI scanner, which creates an extremely powerful magnetic field and uses radiofrequency waves and computer processing to create images. The radiofrequency waves for an MRI are similar to those used for FM radio broadcasts you can listen to in your car. That means there s no radiation exposure.
What are the risks of an MRCP?
An MRCP is a relatively safe procedure. Potential risks include:
Who should not get an MRCP?
After an MRCP, your kidneys filter out the contrast dye. But studies suggest that small amounts of the metal may stay in your body for months or years. Most people don t have any side effects because of it, but people with kidney problems (kidney disease or kidney failure) may not be able to undergo MRCP. You also shouldn t get an MRCP if you re pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant within a year.
RESULTS AND FOLLOW-UP When should I get the test results?
Your radiologist will read the imaging scans and send the results to your referring healthcare provider. It may take up to a week or two for your provider to get the test results. They ll review the results with you. Depending on the findings, you may need surgery or a different treatment.