Endoscopic retrograde pancreatography: imaging findings

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Radiology
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Endoscopic retrograde pancreatography (ERP) is a key diagnostic tool for pancreatic disorders.
• Accurate interpretation of ERP imaging is crucial for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a comprehensive pictorial overview of ERP findings.
• To illustrate normal pancreatic ductal anatomy and common variations.
• To showcase characteristic appearances of various pancreatic diseases on ERP.

Main Methods:

• This is a pictorial essay, relying on illustrative examples.
• Review of a diverse range of ERP examinations.
• Correlation of imaging findings with clinical diagnoses.

Main Results:

• Detailed visual examples of normal pancreatic and biliary ductal anatomy.
• Demonstration of common anatomical variants encountered during ERP.
• Radiological features of prevalent pancreatic pathologies, including pancreatitis and neoplasms.

Conclusions:

• ERP provides valuable insights into pancreatic duct morphology.
• Familiarity with normal anatomy, variants, and disease patterns enhances diagnostic accuracy.
• This essay serves as a visual reference for clinicians interpreting ERP.