Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

MRI is a medical imaging technique that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the inside of your body. MRI is often used to diagnose a variety of conditions, including:

• Cancer
• Heart disease
• Stroke
• Brain injuries
• Bone fractures
• Infections

MRI scans are also used to plan surgery and to guide interventional procedures.

The MRI scanner is a large, tube-shaped machine. You will lie on a table that slides into the scanner. The scanner will create a strong magnetic field around you. Radio waves are then pulsed through your body. The radio waves interact with the hydrogen atoms in your body, and the scanner detects the changes in the radio waves. These changes are then used to create detailed images of your body.

MRI scans are painless and non-invasive. However, you may experience some discomfort as the table slides into the scanner. You may also be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds during the scan.

The amount of radiation exposure from an MRI scan is zero. This makes MRI scans a safe and effective way to image the inside of your body.

The results of your MRI scan will be interpreted by your doctor. They will discuss the results with you and explain what they mean for your health.

Here are some additional details about MRI scans:

• MRI scans are a safe and effective way to image the inside of your body.
• MRI scans can provide detailed images of bones, organs, and tissues.
• MRI scans are often used to diagnose and plan treatment for a variety of conditions.
• MRI scans are a relatively painless and non-invasive procedure.

If you are a medical patient who is scheduled for an MRI scan, you should be aware of the following:

• The scan is painless and non-invasive.
• It takes about 30-60 minutes to complete.
• You may experience some discomfort as the table slides into the scanner.
• You may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds during the scan.
• You should not eat or drink anything for at least 4 hours before the scan.
• You should remove all metal objects from your body before the scan.
• If you have any claustrophobia, you may want to talk to your doctor about medication to help you relax during the scan.