Chronic pancreatitis MRI
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Overview
MRI
- Ultrasound findings suggestive of chronic pancreatitis may include:
- Dilatation of the main pancreatic duct
- Calcifications
- Pancreatic gland enlargement
- Changes in pancreatic size, shape, and contour
- Pancreatic pseudocysts
- MRI may help in the diagnosis of a rare form, Groove pancreatitis.
Patient #1
MR demonstrates superior mesenteric vein thrombosis secondary to chronic pancreatitis: