Bile Leak

This is the MRI equivalent of a HIDA scan, but with anatomic detail. It requires administration of the contrast agent Eovist, which has biliary excretion. To work well, the bilirubin should be under 3 mg/dL in those patient's with otherwise normal liver function. In cirrhotic patients with compromised liver function, the bilirubin should be under 2 mg/dL.