I have Perianal Crohn's and am currently scheduled for a Pelvic MRI. I currently have a number of setons in place & these will have to be removed temporarily prior to the Pelvic MRI. The setons are held together with metal clamps thus their removal is required for the MRI! I understand setons may also cause artifact if not removed. I have read that the Endoanal MRI May provide a more detailed image for Perianal Crohns (ie.Fistula tracts). Has anyone had the Endoanal MRI done? Is there a preference for the Endoanal MRI versus the Pelvic MRI or should I see if I can have both tests done?
While I have the setons removed I would really like an MRE of the small bowel. I have had one Colonoscopy of the colon but no assessment yet of the small bowel. My GI has not raised the issue of a small bowel investigation rather it has been my line of questioning. I felt badly for raising this request during my last appointment. Am I unreasonable to ask for small bowel investigation?
I thought the temporary removal of the setons would be an ideal time to ensure I have a thorough baseline assessment via all options of MRI's - MRE 's that are available for Crohns patients. I have currently been advised by my GIs office that the Radiologist said I do not meet the criteria for a Small Bowel MRE & must have a CT Enterography instead.
What has been your experience in MRI-MRE testing? What is reasonable in investigating our disease? What is standard protocol? Why wouldn't I meet criteria for a small bowel MRE? What tests has your GI required?
While I have the setons removed I would really like an MRE of the small bowel. I have had one Colonoscopy of the colon but no assessment yet of the small bowel. My GI has not raised the issue of a small bowel investigation rather it has been my line of questioning. I felt badly for raising this request during my last appointment. Am I unreasonable to ask for small bowel investigation?
I thought the temporary removal of the setons would be an ideal time to ensure I have a thorough baseline assessment via all options of MRI's - MRE 's that are available for Crohns patients. I have currently been advised by my GIs office that the Radiologist said I do not meet the criteria for a Small Bowel MRE & must have a CT Enterography instead.
What has been your experience in MRI-MRE testing? What is reasonable in investigating our disease? What is standard protocol? Why wouldn't I meet criteria for a small bowel MRE? What tests has your GI required?