Magnetic resonance cholangiography of the bile ducts without contrast

Magnetic resonance cholangiography is used in the diagnosis of diseases of the liver, pancreas and biliary tract. The test is non-invasive and safe. 

Indications for the study:

• suspected gallbladder and bile duct stones,
• past biliary tract surgery or preparation for surgery,
• trauma to the biliary tract,
• suspected inflammatory lesions, neoplastic lesions, cysts,
• need to determine the cause of jaundice,
• abdominal pain of unknown cause.

Contraindications to the study: 

• implanted electrical devices (defibrillator, pacemaker, neurostimulator, etc.),
• metal bodies in soft tissues or metal fragments in the vicinity of vessels, parenchymal organs, eyeballs.

The test is not recommended for women in the first trimester of pregnancy. Claustrophobia may also be a contraindication to the test.

You should appear for the examination about 30 minutes before its scheduled time for registration and completion of medical records. It is advisable to bring your medical records for the area being examined. Any kidney disease, history of allergies or sensitization reactions to drugs and contrast agents, or tendency to bleeding after their use should be reported before the examination. Patients who are pregnant should inform the staff of this fact. 

The referring physician may recommend coming to the examination on an empty stomach (after a minimum of 6 hours after the last meal), as well as following an easy-to-digest diet the day before the examination is due. 

You should come to the examination in comfortable clothing without metal parts. Before entering the room where the examination will be performed, you should put away your wallet with payment cards and phone, remove jewelry, trouser belt, etc. 

During the examination, it is important to remain motionless. The patient is in constant contact with the medical staff through a microphone. The examination lasts between 30 and 90 minutes. Immediately after the test, you can take medications and drive.

Medications for permanent use should be taken as prescribed by the attending physician.

After purchase, please contact the hotline to schedule an appointment for the test - 22 566 22 22.

You must come to the examination with an identity document (ID card, driver's license, passport or residence card). A paper referral is required. 

Waiting time for the result is 7 working days.