Anatomy and Physiology of the Liver: MRD515 Radiographic Pathology

Where is the liver situated in the body?

Right upper quadrant

What are the functions of the liver?

Synthesis of blood clotting substances and vitamins

How does the liver receive blood?

From the hepatic artery and portal vein

What is the function of the gallbladder?

Stores and concentrates bile Signup and view all the answers

What controls the flow of bile and pancreatic juice into the duodenum?

Sphincter of Oddi Signup and view all the answers

Where is the pancreas located in the body?

Behind the liver's left lobe Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the exocrine component of the pancreas?

Producing digestive enzymes for protein, starch, and lipid digestion Signup and view all the answers

Which imaging modality is useful for identifying calcifications in the hepatobiliary system and detecting gallstones in the gallbladder?

Abdominal Radiograph Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiography (PTC)?

To visualize the biliary system and pancreatic duct Signup and view all the answers

Which imaging technique is particularly useful for evaluating pathologies and anomalies in the liver and pancreas without using contrast agents?

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) in hepatobiliary imaging?

Useful for detecting deep hepatobiliary lesions and evaluating hepatic function and perfusion Signup and view all the answers

How does alcohol impact the liver leading to various liver diseases?

Alcohol causes cell damage when processed by the liver, contributing to various liver diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Operative Cholangiography conducted during surgery like cholecystectomy?

To detect biliary calculi during surgery Signup and view all the answers

What does Gas Visualization in radiography of the hepatobiliary system indicate?

Presence of infection or complications like gallstone ileus or postoperative issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred noninvasive method for evaluating the gallbladder and biliary tree?

'Real-Time Sonography' Signup and view all the answers

'Which imaging technique offers excellent contrast resolution and can be enhanced with IV contrast media for dynamic examination?'

'Computed Tomography (CT)' Signup and view all the answers