Computed tomography of chronic afferent loop obstruction: A case report and review

Abstract

The computed tomographic findings in a case of chronic afferent loop obstruction are presented. Multiple cystic abdominal masses which merge caudally are demonstrated. They display uniform diameter, thin rims, and attenuation numbers of water density. We agree with others who have advocated computed tomography as the investigative method of choice for this diagnosis.

Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography for Afferent Loop Syndrome

“…1a). These findings strongly suggested the diagnosis of afferent loop syndrome 1,2 . MRCP clearly showed a long complex afferent loop course with an abrupt cut‐off at the site of the gastrojejunostomy anastomosis (Fig.…”