Brain MRI is a test used to detect brain cysts, tumors, bleeding, swelling, developmental and structural abnormalities, infections, inflammatory conditions, or problems with the blood vessels.
A brain MRI captures multiple clear images of parts of the brain that can’t be seen with X-rays or Ultrasound making it valuable for diagnosing brain problems to create detailed pictures.
WHY MRI OF THE BRAIN?
Brain – CT is used when speed is important, as in trauma and stroke. MRI is best when the images need to be very detailed, looking for cancer, causes of dementia or neurological diseases, or looking at places where bone might interfere.
MRI PROCEDURE CHECKLIST
PRE-PROCEDURE
The patient will have to remove any metal including jewelry or accessories before the procedure. A person will be unable to have an MRI done if they have any metal or implant inside their body, such as bullets, shrapnel, or any other metallic foreign body.
FOOD & EATING
The patient will be required to fast for 4hrs with contrast while non-contrast required no fasting.
CONTRAST
Patients will sometimes receive an injection of intravenous (IV) contrast liquid to improve the visibility of a particular tissue that is relevant to the scan. BLOOD TEST- Urea and Creatinine is required.
SEDATION
Children (1-24years) will be sedated during the MRI procedure. Adults who are nervous or claustrophobic will also be sedated (administering a sedative drug to produce a state of calm or sleep)
TIME
The test takes 20 to 90 minutes
POST – PROCEDURE
Films and CDs for the procedure will be available immediately.
4 Comments
Can I just say what a comfort to find somebody who truly understands what theyre talking about on the net. You certainly understand how to bring a problem to light and make it important. A lot more people really need to look at this and understand this side of the story. I cant believe youre not more popular because you definitely possess the gift.
Itís hard to find knowledgeable people for this topic, however, you sound like you know what youíre talking about! Thanks
Right here is the right blog for anyone who wants to understand this topic. You realize so much its almost tough to argue with you (not that I actually will need toÖHaHa). You certainly put a fresh spin on a subject that has been written about for many years. Excellent stuff, just excellent!
I was excited to uncover this page. I want to to thank you for your time for this particularly fantastic read!! I definitely enjoyed every bit of it and I have you saved to fav to check out new stuff in your website.