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MRI scan

Your consultant or healthcare professional has recommended a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan because it is the most accurate method of diagnosing your condition.

While you may feel nervous about your MRI scan, we don't want you to worry. You can ask any questions regarding the scan to our friendly and experienced staff. Throughout the diagnostic process, we're here to help and guide you.

The results of an MRI scan can be used to help diagnose conditions, plan treatments and assess how effective previous treatment has been.

Health concerns in which MRI may be used include Joint injuries (e.g. knee, shoulder, back); brain and spinal cord conditions; tumours, cysts, and other anomalies; breast screening; certain heart conditions; liver disease and other organs in the abdomen (stomach, gallbladder, intestines) and investigating pelvic pain in women.

An MRI scan has no known side effects, and it is normally pain-free. There are some people who cannot undergo an MRI scan. Ensure you are safe for scanning by calling the number on your appointment letter if you:

Have any type of metal implant.

Have a heart pacemaker.

Have had an operation on your brain or heart.

Have had an injury to your eyes involving metal fragments.

Are or might be pregnant.

Have a kidney problem.

An MRI uses a large, powerful magnet, radio waves and an advanced computer to take detailed images of the relevant part of your body.

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  • Average procedure duration Up to 30 minutes

  • Covered by health insurance? Yes

  • Can I pay privately? Yes

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