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WHAT IS MRI?
MRI, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, is a method
used by physicians to look inside the human
body to obtain diagnostic information. Incorporating
an advanced technology, MRI produces images
of the anatomy without the use of radiation
as in x-ray and CT scanning.
MRI utilizes the physical properties of
magnetic fields, radio waves and computers
to generate images of the soft tissues within
the body in any plane. This technique is
now commonly used as a primary diagnostic
tool. It can help provide a quick and more
accurate diagnosis for your physician which
might have associated risks.
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| Open Magnetic Resonance
Imaging (Open MRI) is an advanced
diagnostic imaging procedure that creates
detailed images of internal bodily structures
without the use of ionized radiation (x-rays).
Open MRI is able to produce these detailed
images through the use of a powerful magnet,
radiowaves and a computer.
MRI can assist physicians in detecting
and diagnosing diseases or other abnormalities
in very early stages.Claustrophobic, obese
and pediatric patients, along with those suffering
from post-traumatic stress syndrome, are often
able to comfortably undergo MRI examinations
in the “open architecture” systems
while failing to tolerate traditional “closed”
MRI systems.
Open systems are quieter and more comfortable
for patients.
Open MRI systems are rapidly becoming
a preferred choice for many healthcare consumers.
Our High-Field MRI
is a "short bore" system. This allows
for less anxiety while giving faster exams
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| ULTRASOUND
An ultrasound is a diagnostic procedure that
uses high frequency sound waves to image the
body. Unlike an x-ray, an ultrasound procedure
does not use radiation. Instead, a small microphone-like
transducer is placed on the area of interest.
High frequency sound waves are emitted and
produce echoes from the internal tissues and
organs. The transducer converts the echoes
to electric signals to create an image.
While this procedure is generally used in
pregnancies and is considered one of the best
methods for viewing an unborn child, it is
also used to image the gallbladder, liver,
kidneys, pancreas, uterus, ovaries, prostate,
testicles, thyroid, and breasts. Ultrasound
can also look at and listen to the blood flow
within arteries and veins in the neck, abdomen,
and legs and the valves and chambers of your
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| RADIOGRAPHY (X-RAYS)
Radiography, known to most people as
x-rays, is the oldest and most frequently
used form of medical imaging.
For nearly a century, diagnostic images
have been created by passing small,
highly controlled amounts of radiation
through the human body, capturing the
resulting shadows and reflections on
a photographic, or digital, plate.
X-Rays allow physicians to perform
a quick evaluation, often detecting
diseases in the early stages, where
the chance for recovery is improved.
X-rays can also rule out the presence
of disease, reduce the need for invasive
surgery, and provide a guide for surgeons
when surgery is unavoidable. |
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SCANS
Computed Tomography (CT or CAT Scan) is a
state-of-the-art diagnostic procedure using
x-rays that rotate around the patient and
produce a series of cross-sectional images
of selected parts of the body. Once the scanner
has made several of these images, its powerful
computer combines part of the different pictures
to create cross sectional views of the body.
These images provide physicians with an unobstructed
look at organs and structures not seen clearly
on conventional x-rays.
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