The
MRI exam is a simple and painless procedure. The MRI technologist or an
assistant will position you in the Open MRI Chevy
Chase after you have changed into a gown. Once you are comfortable,
usually with the aid of some pillows and/or pads, you and the scanning bed will
be moved into the specially designed magnet. Because of the MRI system’s wide
open design, you’ll be able to see nearly everything around you during your
exam.
Your
MRI exam will take about 45 minutes to complete. The MRI system makes very
little noise while in operation. It is, however, important that you lie as
still as possible during the Open MRI exam because any motion will affect the
images being taken and may prevent the doctor from being able to make an
accurate diagnosis. A family member may always sit with you during the Open MRI
scan. This is especially important when your child comes to our facility with
you either as our patient or just to be with you during your procedure.
A
specially designed coil may be positioned around the part of the body to be
examined. This is done to help the Full Body MRI
Clinton system obtain more detailed analysis for review by your doctor.
For some parts of the body, your doctor may ask us to use a special “contrast
agent” to enhance the image of your Open MRI scan. Our Open MRI technologist is
always available to answer any questions you may have.
All
of us at Washington Open MRI do everything we can to make you comfortable
during your Open MRI Owings Mills examination.
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