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ReviewAbdominal radiology (New York)2026

Role of MRI and abbreviated MRI in the evaluation and management of acute pancreatitis: a comprehensive review.

Ati Thakur, Niharika Dutta, Pankaj Gupta, Ajay Gulati, Anupam Singh, Jimil Shah, Vaneet Jearth, Jayanta Samanta, Vishal Sharma, Harshal Mandavdhare and 3 more

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13 authors.

Ati ThakurPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Niharika DuttaPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Pankaj GuptaPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. pankajgupta959@gmail.com.
Ajay GulatiPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Anupam SinghPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Jimil ShahPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Vaneet JearthPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Jayanta SamantaPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Vishal SharmaPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Harshal MandavdharePostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Surinder RanaPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Saroj SinhaPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Usha DuttaPostgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.

Funding

Indian Council of Medical Research 2021-14553
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Acute pancreatitis (AP) is one of the most common gastrointestinal emergencies, with pancreatic fluid collection (PFC) representing a frequent complication requiring precise evaluation for optimal management. While computed tomography (CT) remains the most widely utilized radiological investigation, it has limitations in correctly identifying and quantifying solid debris within PFCs and evaluating main pancreatic duct (MPD) integrity. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) offers improved visualization but is invasive and operator-dependent. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides superior characterization of PFCs, allowing excellent visualization of necrotic debris, liquid components, degree of encapsulation, and MPD anatomy without ionizing radiation-making it suitable for repeated evaluations. Abbreviated MRI (AMRI) protocols, involving acquisition of a few selected sequences while maintaining comprehensive evaluation capability, have emerged as promising tools for efficient assessment of AP patients. This review evaluates the utility of MRI and AMRI in characterizing PFCs and its implications for management decisions.

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Magnetic Resonance ImagingPancreatitisAcute DiseaseHumansAbbreviated magnetic resonance imagingAcute pancreatitisComputed tomographyEndoscopic ultrasoundPancreatic fluid collectionsPancreatic necrosis

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PMID40689954

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