What diseases can be detected by an abdominal MRI?

Generally, abdominal MRI can be used for the initial diagnosis of diseases such as cholecystitis, pancreatitis, kidney stones, liver cysts, and colon cancer. If discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Cholecystitis

Cholecystitis is usually caused by bacterial or other pathogenic infections in the gallbladder area. Patients mainly experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. During abdominal MRI examination, thickening and edema of the gallbladder wall and inflammatory reactions in surrounding tissues may be observed.

2. Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is usually associated with excessive alcohol consumption, overeating, and other factors. Patients may experience symptoms such as abdominal pain and fever. Abdominal MRI can clearly observe the morphology and size of the pancreatic tissue. If results show pancreatic edema, inflammatory exudate, and peripancreatic fluid accumulation, pancreatitis should be promptly considered.

3. Kidney Stones

Kidney stones may be associated with factors such as low water intake and lack of physical activity. When crystalline substances accumulate in the body for a prolonged period, kidney stones may gradually form. Common symptoms in patients include flank pain and frequent urination. Through this examination, specific changes in kidney structure can be clearly observed, and the size and location of stones can be analyzed.

4. Liver Cysts

Liver cysts are benign tumors occurring in liver tissue and are usually related to genetic factors, infections, and other causes. Patients may experience symptoms such as decreased appetite and jaundice. During abdominal MRI examination, a mass may be detected in the liver area, but the mass is soft in texture, well-defined, and mobile.

5. Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is a malignant tumor occurring in the colon and may be associated with genetic factors and unhealthy lifestyle habits. It mainly manifests as rectal bleeding and weight loss. Abdominal MRI can observe the morphology and size of gastrointestinal tumors, which may suggest a hard tumor texture, poor mobility, unclear borders, and adhesion.

It should be noted that abdominal MRI can only reveal the condition and location of lesions, but cannot determine the nature of the lesion. Therefore, diagnosis should also be combined with pathological biopsy, tumor markers, and other examinations, and standardized treatment should be conducted under the guidance of a physician.