Double duct sign | Radiology Reference Article - Radiopaedia.org
Jan 27, 2023 · The double duct sign refers to the presence of simultaneous dilatation of the common bile and pancreatic ducts. Being an anatomical sign it can be seen on all modalities that can visualize the region, including: MRI, CT, ultrasound and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
Double duct sign | Radiology Reference Article | Radiopaedia.org
The double duct sign refers to the presence of simultaneous dilatation of the common bile and pancreatic ducts. Being an anatomical sign it can be seen on all modalities that can visualize the region, including: MRI, CT, ultrasound and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
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Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma - Radiopaedia.org
Aug 12, 2024 · MRCP: double duct sign may be seen. Treatment and prognosis. Most tumors are not resectable at diagnosis. The main criteria for the unresectability of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma are the presence of metastasis and/or vascular invasion, particularly encasement of the celiac trunk and superior mesenteric artery.
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Mass-forming chronic pancreatitis - Radiopaedia.org
Oct 5, 2024 · It may be associated with main pancreatic duct and common bile duct dilatation when localized at the pancreatic head, but they commonly taper smoothly and are not completely obstructed (cf. abrupt cutoff in pancreatic adenocarcinoma) - duct penetrating sign.
Double duct sign due to pancreatic carcinoma - Radiopaedia.org
The double duct sign refers to simultaneous dilation of the pancreatic and bile ducts due to an obstructing lesion either in the head of the pancreas or at the ampulla of Vater. Pancreatic cancer, as in this case, is a common cause. The ductal dilation is …
Pancreatic duct diameter | Radiology Reference Article
Feb 26, 2024 · Some publications recommend double duct dilatation needing extensive work-up while single duct dilatation >5 mm, especially in those without any evidence of chronic pancreatitis, also needing careful follow-up (time-frame not specified) 9,10.
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