Central Oregon MRI
New Siemens MAGNETOM Skyra 3T  No More Tight Squeeze Central Oregon MRI has acquired the most exciting innovation in MRI. Siemens brings together the strongest magnet in Central Oregon with the 70 cm Open Bore for one powerful system. The most important thing for you is the new, open bore 70 cm design which gives you plenty of room to stretch out and feel comfortable. No more tight squeeze. Why Magnetetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) ? MRI is a noninvasive way for your doctor to examine your organs, tissues and skeletal system. It produces high-resolution images that help diagnose a variety of problems.  What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) ? Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI uses radio waves and a strong magnetic field rather than x-rays to provide clear and detailed pictures of internal organs and tissues. Doctors use MRI to examine soft tissues like organs, muscle, cartilage, ligaments and tendons. It is also helpful when looking at the brain, abdomen, pelvic region and joints like your knee and elbow. Most MRI exams do not require any special preparation. What Can I expect?  You wont be able to wear anything metallic during the exam. Youll change into a hospital gown for your MRI procedure and be asked to lie down on a comfortably padded table that moves into the magnet. While the scanner is operating youll hear some humming and thumping sounds. You may be given an injection of contrast material to provide a clearer picture of the area being examined. The most important thing for you to do is relax and lie still during the procedure. Your doctor will inform you of the results. Precautions: Let your technologist know if you: Have a pacemaker as patients with pacemakers cannot have MRI scans Have a history of performing welding or grinding work Have any type of metallic implant in your body, e.g., inner ear implant, joint replacement Have had any type of brain surgery especially for an aneurysm repair Have any metal fragments remaining in your body from an old accident or war wound
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Central Oregon Imaging MRI Services:
MRI of the brain and spinal cord MRI is the most frequently used imaging test of the brain and spinal cord. It's often performed to help diagnose: Aneurysms Disorders of the eye and inner ear Multiple sclerosis Spinal cord injuries Stroke Tumors MRI of the heart and blood vessels An MRI that focuses on the heart or blood vessels can assess: The size and function of the heart's chambers Thickness and movement of the walls of the heart The extent of damage caused by heart attack or heart disease Structural problems in the aorta, such as aneurysms or dissections The buildup of plaques and blockages in the blood vessels MRI of other internal organs An MRI may be used to check for tumors or other abnormalities of many organs in the body, including the: Liver Kidneys Spleen Pancreas Uterus Ovaries Prostate Testicles MRI of bones and joints MRI may be used to help evaluate: Joint disorders, such as arthritis Joint abnormalities caused by traumatic or repetitive injuries Disk abnormalities in the spine Bone infections Tumors of the bones and soft tissues |
