Antispasmodic Agents in Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Urinary Bladder—A Narrative Review

Abstract

Accurate assessment of muscular layer infiltration of the urinary bladder wall is crucial for diagnostic precision and is significantly influenced, among other factors, by the elimination of motion artifacts. This review explores the potential benefits of using spasmolytic agents to achieve improved imaging results. Specifically, it examines two commonly available pharmaceutical preparations: butylscopolamine (buscolysin) and glucagon. The review highlights the similarities and differences between these agents and discusses the optimal methods of administration to enhance urinary bladder imaging. By addressing these factors, the article aims to provide insights into improving diagnostic accuracy in clinical practice.

Keywords

• urinary bladder MRI
• VI-RADS
• buscolysin
• glucagon
• spasmolytic effect