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Published on: November 27, 2016
Small bowel imaging with MRI
Thomas C Lauenstein1, Lale Umutlu, Christian Kloeters
1Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Hospital, Essen, Germany. thomas.lauenstein@uni-due.de
Abstract:
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has evolved as a powerful tool for the assessment of the small bowel. Strengths of MRI include the superb soft-tissue contrast, lack of radiation exposure, and the implementation of fast scanning techniques. Clinically relevant findings such as inflammation and tumor disease can be well-depicted. We describe in this article current techniques of small bowel MRI including its implementation and clinical outcome in comparison to other radiological and endoscopic procedures.
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