Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is one of the most sophisticated diagnostic
tools available to help detect diseases and abnormalities. Using radio
waves instead of x-ray radiation, an MRI scan produces cross-sectional
images of organs and internal structures. The MRI’s powerful magnetic
field and radio frequency pulses produce detailed pictures of organs,
soft tissues, bones, and virtually all internal bodily structures. This
non-invasive method helps Ogden doctors diagnose and treat many different
conditions in the body.
How an MRI is performed
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging system we use at Ogden Clinic is designed
to promote patient comfort during brain scans and other assessments. We
provide music through headphones during the exam, and patients may choose
to listen to their favorite radio station. During the exam, the patient
slides into the MRI’s tunnel and lies still while the MRI scans
the body and brain. The patient may be injected with an image-enhancement
agent that can help improve the appearance of a certain body tissue.
What can Magnetic Resonance Imaging test for?
MRI imaging is performed to evaluate organs, blood vessels, and lymph nodes.
These commonly include:
Organs of the chest and abdomen including the kidneys, liver, heart, pancreas,
spleen and bowel
Pelvic organs such as the bladder, uterus and ovaries in women, and prostate
glands in men
Lymph nodes and blood vessels
Your examination can help diagnose or monitor treatment for conditions
including:
Diseases of the liver and abnormalities of the pancreas and bile ducts
Chrohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and inflammatory bowel disease
Tumors of the abdomen, chest, or pelvis
Blood vessel inflammation and malformation of blood vessels
Heart conditions including heart disease
MRI Preparation
MRI scan preparation is pretty simple. Please arrive at Ogden Clinic in
comfortable clothing and no metal snaps, zippers, piercings, or jewelry.
Unless you are told otherwise, you may eat your routine diet and take
medication as usual prior to your MRI scan.
It is critical that metal does not enter the MRI, therefore, your provider
needs to be informed of any implanted metal in your body including brain
aneurysm clips, inner ear implants, pacemaker or pacing wires, or metal
fragments including piercings.
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