With the aid of numerous high-quality illustrations, this volume explains the strengths and limitations of the different techniques employed in the imaging of pancreatitis. Ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and interventional imaging are each considered separately in the settings of acute and chronic pancreatitis. A further section is devoted to imaging of the complications of these conditions. Throughout, care has been taken to ensure that the reader will achieve a sound understanding of how the imaging findings derive from the pathophysiology of the disease processes. The significance of the imaging findings for clinical and therapeutic decision making is clearly explained, and protocols are provided that will assist in obtaining the best possible images.

Acute Pancreatitis

Pathophysiology of Acute Pancreatitis
Clinical Aspects of Acute Pancreatitis: Features, Prognosis and Use of Imaging Findings in Therapeutic Decision Making
The Role of Ultrasound in Acute Pancreatitis
The Role of Computed Tomography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Acute Pancreatitis
Pancreatic Trauma
Pancreatic Trauma
Pronic Pancreatitis
Pathophysiology of Chronic Pancreatitis
Clinical Aspects of Chronic Pancreatitis: Features and Prognosis
The Role of Ultrasound
The Role of Computed Tomography
The Role of MR Imaging in Chronic Pancreatitis
The Role of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Complications of Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis
Pathology of Chronic Pancreatitis
Clinical Aspect of Complications: Features and Prognoses
Imaging of Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Imaging of Biliary and Vascular Complications
Imaging of Local Extension and Fistulas
Chronic Pancreatitis vs Pancreatic Tumors
The Role of Endoscopy in Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis
Surgical and Interventional Perspective in Chronic Pancreatitis.