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About 1.5 TESLA MRI SCAN

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique used in radiology to produce high-resolution images with superior soft tissue detail ; helps to provide earlier and more accurate diagnosis .

  • MRI is one of the safest medical imaging procedures available.
  • Doctors use MRI to examine the brain, spine, joints (e.g., knee, shoulder, wrist, and ankle), abdomen, pelvic region, breast, blood vessels, heart and other body parts.
  • Is completely harmless with no exposure to radiation.
  • Fully non-invasive and has no side effects.

ROUTINE APPLICATIONS

  • MRI BRAIN
  • MRI SPINE - CERVICAL / THORACIC / LUMBAR / WHOLE SPINE SCREENING
  • MRI- JOINTS - SHOULDER / ELBOW / WRIST / HIP / KNEE / ANKLE
  • MRI ABDOMEN
  • MRI PELVIS
  • MRI EXTREMITIES
  • MR ANGIOGRAPHY / MR VENOGRAPHY

ADVANCED APPLICATIONS

  • MR SPECTROSCOPY
  • CARDIAC MRI
  • WHOLE BODY METASTASIS SCREENING
  • MRCP
  • MR FISTULOGRAPHY
  • MR MAMMOGRAPHY
  • MR PERIPHERAL ANGIOGRAPHY
  • DYNAMIC MRI TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINTS
  • WHOLE BODY MRI

Preparation for MRI Examination

In order to avoid metallic objects clinging to powerful magnet of the MR system, you will be provided with a medical gown to wear during your examination. Items that need to be removed by patients before entering the MR system room include:

  • Purse, wallet, money clip, credit cards, cards with magnetic strips
  • Metal jewelery, watches Pens, paper clips, keys, coins Hair barrettes, hairpins
  • Electronic devices such as beepers or cell phones Hearing aids
  • Any article of clothing that has a metal zipper, buttons, snaps, hooks, under wire, or metal threads Shoes, belt buckles, safety pins.

Before the MRI procedure, you will be asked to fill out a screening form asking about anything that might create a health risk or interfere with imaging. Please hand over the prescription and previous treatment records to our front office staff who will then do the registration. A locker is provided for your valuables.
Examples of items or things that may create a health hazard or other problem during an MRI exam include:
  • Pacemaker
  • Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
  • Neurostimulator
  • Aneurysm clip
  • Metal implant
  • Implanted drug infusion device
  • Foreign metal objects, especially if in or near the eye
  • Shrapnel or bullet wounds
  • Permanent cosmetics or tattoos
  • Dentures/teeth with magnetic keepers
  • Other implants that involve magnets
  • Medication patch (i.e., trans-dermal patch) that contains metal foil.

Though generally considered safe, MRI scans may not be advisable in early pregnancy ( First three months), unless there are special indications. Please inform us if you are pregnant.

How does one prepare ?

You will have to lie still for up to 15-20 minutes on a table. You may also be asked to briefly hold your breath for some special studies. If you have any pain or discomfort , please inform the Radiographer before your scan.The scanner produces a variety of loud noises, which are produced by magnetic coils that switch on and off during the scan. These coils measure the signal coming from your body in order to make the images. Because these coils are switched on and off rapidly, they vibrate and cause the noise you hear. Earplugs will help reduce this. The Radiographers will do their best to make you comfortable during the scan. Radiographer will be able to see you from the control room and you can communicate with each other through an intercom, especially if you are anxious.

How long will the scan take ?

Our state of the art MRI scanner takes quite a short time for most studies. Scans usually last between fifteen and thirty minutes. If your scan is going to take longer, you will be informed about this. We suggest that you arrive on time for your appointment, as your delay may result in the disruption in the service to others. If you are going to be late or can't keep your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible.

What happens afterwards ?

You may eat ,drink and drive as usual. There are no side effects to the MRI scan itself. Front office staff will assist in the payment process and intimate the time at which the report will be ready.