Magnetic resonance enterography: a pictorial review of Crohn's disease

Br J Hosp Med (Lond). 2015 Aug;76(8):444-9. doi: 10.12968/hmed.2015.76.8.444.

Abstract

Use of magnetic resonance enterography has significantly increased and its role as an adjunct to ileocolonoscopy is best practice, particularly in the evaluation of Crohn's disease. This article reviews magnetic resonance enterography, and describes common findings related to Crohn's disease and unexpected extra-intestinal findings.

MeSH terms

  • Colitis / diagnosis*
  • Crohn Disease / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Incidental Findings
  • Intestine, Small / microbiology
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*