Peggy, I think the ultrasound technician may not even know what a J pouch is, and was confabulating. I hope the MRI provides a clear picture for you (and your doctor).

I had a similar issue with an ultrasound.  Because I no longer have a large intestine my internal anatomy is slightly different from the average bear.  The ultrasound tech had a little difficulty navigating as the usual landmarks were gone!  Our j-pouches are no where near the gall bladder and should not obstruct or block the view.

Thank you Scott and Jaypea for your replies.  I didn't think our altered plumping could possible be in the way of the gallbladder but needed to know dfor sure.  I've never thought about where exactly it all is now but I assume it's similar to where it was when I had a colon.

Enjoy the day!

Peggy

I could see why the gallbladder would be not in the right place for an ultrasound because of the J-pouch. If your J pouch grew really big and up the abdomen on the right side, like mine did, it could obscure the view. And if the Jpouch got really big, it can twist and cause symptoms like partial instructions. I’m not saying that’s what happened to you. But it’s a possibility, because it happened to me. Good luck with everything that’s going on. I’m sure the MRI will reveal some thing that the doctors can take care of.