MRI scan is widely used radiology examination. This imaging technique uses principles of magnetism, radio waves, and a computer to create detailed images of the body structures. Your doctor can use MRI examination to diagnose you or to see how well you have responded to treatment. MRI of the spine is used to detect diseases Read more…
MRI of the abdomen is a painless, noninvasive imaging method that uses magnets and radio waves to create images of internal organs of your body. The magnets and radio waves create cross-sectional pictures of your abdomen, which allows your doctor to detect abnormalities in the tissues and organs without making Read more…
About MRI scan of the elbow MRI scan of the elbow helps with high-resolution evaluation of joints and soft-tissue structures (such as ligaments, tendons, nerves, and muscles). The elbow is a complex joint and most commonly is injured in athletes, so in most cases, the evaluation by MRI is a critical part Read more…
An MRI scan uses strong magnets and radio waves to create images of the parts of your body without making a surgical incision. Also, MRI does not use radiation. MRI of the knee looks specifically at your knee joint and its surrounding areas. By using an X-ray your doctor will get Read more…
What is Breast MRI? Breast MRI is the most sensitive method for detection of breast cancer. Depending on international health regulations, it is either applied for screening of women at high risk for developing breast cancer (e.g. BRCA-1 and BRCA-2 carriers), as an additional diagnostic test in pre-therapeutic breast cancer staging, Read more…
What is the cost of an MRI scan with contrast? MRI contrast cost varies by type of facility and availability of insurance. Generally, large hospitals will charge a high-deductible patient $3,000 – $12,000 for an MRI scan with contrast, while cash patients might negotiate the best rates and pay only Read more…
Pregnancy If you are pregnant or suspect you are pregnant, you should inform the MRI technologist and/or radiologist during the screening procedure that is conducted before the MRI examination. Otherwise, you should be asked about this matter anyway. In general, there is no known risk of using MRI during pregnancy. However, Read more…
In the recent years, a much smaller MRI scanners have been available which can be used for imaging of arms and legs. This “Extremity MRI” eliminates the need to involve the entire body, as only an arm or leg need be inside the device, while the patient sits or reclines Read more…
MRI preparation On the day of your exam, you might be allowed to wear your own clothes if they are loose and have not any metal latches. Otherwise you might be asked to change into the patient gown. There are certain rules regarding eating and drinking that vary from the Read more…