Radiologic diagnosis following pancreas transplantation
Marincek, B.; Schlumpf, R.; Decurtins, M.; von Schulthess, G.K.; Largiadèr, F.
Der Radiologe 28(12): 560-565
1988
ISSN/ISBN: 0033-832X PMID: 3062668 Document Number: 308152
Technical complications are relatively common after pancreatic transplantation, and most require radiological evaluation. Ultrasonography and computed tomography are helpful in the identification of peripancreatic and intra-abdominal fluid collections. Sterile fluid collections can be effectively treated by percutaneous catheter drainage, whereas most intra-abdominal infections require surgical intervention. Angiography is performed primarily for diagnosis of vascular thrombosis. Recent results suggest that magnetic resonance imaging may be a useful non-invasive method for the detection of pancreatic transplant rejection. Further imaging studies are needed to better define the development of progressive fibrotic atrophy in long-term functioning pancreatic transplants.