CT Anatomy and Imaging of the Pancreas Quiz

What is the maximum width of the head of the pancreas?

• 2.0 cm

• 3 cm

• 2.5 cm

• 4 cm

What is the length of the pancreas?

• 25 to 30 cm

• 10 to 15 cm

• 20 to 25 cm

• 15 to 20 cm

Which artery supplies blood to the body of the pancreas?

• Inferior mesenteric artery

• Superior mesenteric artery

• Celiac trunk

• Splenic artery

What is the MPD diameter at the head of the pancreas?

• 3.0 mm

• 3.5 mm

• 2.5 mm

• 2.8 mm

What is the preferred oral contrast for pancreatic imaging?

• Mannitol

• Water

• Neutral contrast

• Barium sulfate

What is a limitation of MDCT in pancreatic imaging?

• High accuracy for small lesions

• Ability to distinguish tumors

• Limited assessment of small lesions

• No radiation exposure

What is the flow rate for IV contrast medium administration in the conventional pancreatic MDCT protocol?

• 1–2 mL/s

• 3–5 mL/s

• 5–7 mL/s

• 7–10 mL/s

How long after contrast agent injection is the pancreatic phase performed?

• 20–25 seconds

• 30–35 seconds

• 35–40 seconds

• 40–45 seconds

What is the purpose of the split bolus technique in updated MDCT protocol?

• To increase contrast volume

• To enhance imaging of the pancreas

• To improve patient comfort

• To reduce radiation exposure

What is the second bolus volume in the split bolus technique?

• 50 mL

• 20 mL

• 30 mL

• 40 mL