Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 15, 2026

Robotic Lateral Pancreaticojejunostomy for Chronic Pancreatitis
Published on: December 14, 2019
[MRCP (magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography)--an assessment of current status]
E M Merkle1, K Nüssle, B Glasbrenner
1Abteilung für Diagnostische Radiologie der Universität Ulm.
Abstract:
For the first time, magnetic resonance cholangiopancretography (MRCP) provides images of the biliary and pancreatic ducts based on 3D data similar to those we are used to from endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC). Extraordinarily impressing is the fact that no contrast media have to be applied. The following manuscript shows technical basics and the development of this technique from gradient echo sequences to the recent single-shot techniques. Furthermore possibilities and limitations of MRCP will be discussed with respect to certain illnesses.
Related Concept Videos
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care
Assessment:
Imaging Studies I: CT and MRI
Description of the Procedures
Computed Tomography (CT) scan:
Computed Tomography (CT) scans use X-ray technology to generate detailed images of bones, organs, and tissues. During the scan, the patient lies on a moving table...
Endoscopic Procedures V: ERCP
Patient...
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System IV: CMRI
Imaging Studies IV: Magnetic Resonance Imaging

