MR enterography for the assessment of small bowel diseases

This article focuses on MR enterography in the evaluation of small bowel diseases, including the protocol, enteric contrast agents, imaging timing and sequence selection. It is becoming the first-line radiological investigation to evaluate the small bowel in patients diagnosed with Crohn disease, particularly in young adults, in whom ionizing radiation is a concern. A key question in the management of such patients is the assessment of disease activity. Knowledge of the location, severity, and presence of complications may assist in providing patients with appropriate treatment options. Other small bowel diseases beyond Crohn disease will also be discussed.