Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technology used by physicians to look inside the body to obtain anatomical and functional diagnostic information. An MRI system typically obtains greater information about the body’s soft tissues than other radiological procedures do, and MRI provides diagnostic information without the use of X-ray radiation or radioactive substances.
Using magnetic fields, radio waves and computers, MRI generates images of internal body tissues. MRI signals from the body are generated using a safe magnetic field in combination with radio waves of a specific frequency. A computer is used to process the MRI signals from the body to form MR images. Different tissue characteristics are revealed through this process and are translated into different contrast levels on the MR images. A trained physician can then view the images and potentially form a diagnosis.
MRI is a convenient and safe diagnostic procedure for most patients. During the scan, the patient experiences no physical sensations. A very faint knocking sound indicates the switching of the magnetic fields. The MRI procedure typically lasts 30 to 45 minutes depending on the type of information required by the physician. During the procedure, the patient lies on a table positioned inside the opening of the MRI scanner. The patient is able to speak with the MRI technologist at any time during the procedure. During the exam, the patient is required to remain as motionless as possible in order to achieve the best possible images.
MRI can be used to obtain a variety of images and is effective in the evaluation of many conditions including brain disorders, spine disease, tumors, knee and shoulder injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, eye abnormalities, traumatic injuries, abdominal diseases, heart malformations, and blood flow and vessel disorders.
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