MRI – Magnetic Resonance Imaging

With an MRI examination of the head region, we evaluate the condition of the brain, eye sockets, paranasal sinuses, and temporal bones, as well as changes in the soft tissues of the head area and the brain’s blood vessels, in order to detect pathological changes.

Why is a head MRI needed?

A head MRI may be performed to:

• determine the causes of persistent or severe headaches;
• assess dizziness, balance problems, and visual disturbances;
• detect brain tumors or other structural changes;
• diagnose stroke and other blood circulation disorders;
• identify and monitor nervous system diseases, such as multiple sclerosis;
• investigate the causes of memory problems and dementia.

What head MRI examinations do we perform?

A head MRI examination provides an overview of the entire head region, but more detailed assessment of specific structures requires examinations focused on a particular area.

We perform MRI examinations of the following areas:

• brain – we assess brain structure and possible changes;
• eye sockets (orbits) – we examine the tissues surrounding the eyes;
• temporal bones – we assess conditions related to hearing complaints;
• paranasal sinuses – we detect inflammation or structural changes;
• cerebral arteries and veins – we assess blood circulation and the condition of blood vessels.

What do you need to know about a head MRI examination?

• An examination of one area takes approximately 30 minutes.
• Each area is examined separately.
• The price applies to one area.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.

With an MRI examination of the spinal region, we assess pathological changes in the spine, inflammation, tumors, and age- or trauma-related changes.

Why is a spinal MRI needed?

• determine the cause of back and limb pain;
• assess changes in the discs (intervertebral discs);
• detect changes in the nerve roots and spinal cord;
• examine the consequences of trauma or injuries;
• evaluate diseases of the spine.

What spinal MRI examinations do we perform?

The spine consists of three regions. The spinal cord is examined as two separate regions. Each region is a separate examination.

• cervical spine (neck region);
• thoracic spine (upper and middle back region);
• lumbar spine (lower back region);
• brachial plexus region (shoulder nerve network);
• cervical and thoracic spinal cord;
• thoracic and lumbar spinal cord.

What do you need to know about a spinal MRI examination?

• An examination of one region takes approximately 30 minutes.
• An examination of the entire spine (3 examinations) or the entire spinal cord (2 examinations) takes approximately 45 minutes.
• Each region is examined separately.
• The price applies to one region.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.

With an MRI examination of the chest region, we assess changes in the middle part of the chest cavity (the mediastinum) and in the soft tissues of the chest.

Why is a chest MRI needed?

A chest MRI may be performed to:

• detect tumors or tissue changes in the soft tissues of the chest;
• assess the consequences of trauma or injuries;
• identify inflammatory processes.

What do you need to know about a chest MRI examination?

• An MRI examination of the chest region is a single examination.
• The examination takes approximately 30 minutes.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.

With an MRI examination of the abdominal region, we assess the condition of the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, and kidneys in order to detect changes in the internal organs.

Why is an abdominal MRI needed?

An abdominal MRI may be performed to:

• assess liver diseases and changes in the bile ducts;
• examine the condition of the pancreas and other abdominal organs;
• detect tumors and tissue changes;
• assess blood vessels and the lymphatic system;
• identify inflammatory or post-traumatic changes.

What abdominal MRI examinations do we perform?

An abdominal MRI provides an overview of the entire abdomen, but more detailed assessment of specific organs requires examinations focused on a particular area.

We perform MRI examinations of the following areas:

• liver, spleen, and bile ducts;
• pancreas;
• kidneys;
• abdominal aorta and abdominal blood vessels;
• adrenal glands.

What do you need to know about an abdominal MRI examination?

• An examination of one area takes approximately 30 minutes.
• Each area is examined separately.
• The price applies to one area.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.

With an MRI examination of the upper and lower extremities, we assess changes in the joints, bones, and soft tissues of the limbs.

Why is an MRI of the upper or lower extremity needed?

An MRI of the upper or lower extremity may be performed to:

• determine the causes of joint pain and restricted movement;
• assess injuries to tendons, muscles, and ligaments;
• evaluate post-traumatic changes;
• detect swelling or inflammatory processes;
• examine tumors or tissue changes;
• assess the condition of nerve roots or blood vessels.

Which upper and lower extremity MRI examinations do we perform?

MRI examinations of the upper and lower extremities cover different regions. Each region of each limb is a separate examination.

We perform MRI examinations of the following areas:

• shoulder joint;
• humerus;
• elbow joint;
• ulna and radius;
• wrist joint;
• hand and fingers;
• hip joint;
• femur;
• tibia and fibula;
• knee joint;
• ankle;
• ankle joint;
• foot and toes;
• sacroiliac joint.

What do you need to know about an MRI examination of the upper and lower extremities?

• An examination of one area takes approximately 30 minutes.
• Each area is examined separately.
• The price applies to one area.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.

With an MRI examination of the pelvic region, we assess changes in the pelvic bones, soft tissues of the pelvic area, colon, rectum, and urinary bladder.

Why is a pelvic MRI needed?

A pelvic MRI may be performed to:

• assess injuries, inflammation, or degenerative changes of the sacroiliac joint and hip joints;
• detect damage to the pelvic muscles, tendons, and ligaments;
• examine the condition of the colon and rectum, including the assessment of tumors or inflammation;
• assess inflammation and tumors of the urinary bladder;
• evaluate blood vessel and nerve root compression or disorders.

Which pelvic MRI examinations do we perform?

A general pelvic MRI provides an overview of the entire pelvis, but more detailed assessment of specific organs and regions requires examinations focused on a particular area.

We perform MRI examinations of the following areas:

• colon;
• rectum;
• urinary bladder;
• sacroiliac joint;
• pelvic bones.

What do you need to know about a pelvic MRI examination?

• An examination of one area takes approximately 30 minutes.
• Before the examination, medication is injected to reduce bowel activity and minimize artifacts caused by bowel movement.
• The examination is focused on one specific organ.
• The price applies to one area.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• An MRI examination can also be performed if you have a hip prosthesis.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.

With a gynecological MRI examination, we assess changes in the female reproductive organs.

Why is a gynecological MRI examination needed?

A gynecological MRI may be performed to:

• detect ovarian diseases and cysts;
• assess the presence and extent of endometriosis;
• examine the condition of the uterus and cervix, including the assessment of tumors or tissue changes;
• determine the causes of pain or discomfort in the pelvic region;
• assist with pregnancy planning and preparation for surgery.

Which gynecological MRI examinations do we perform?

A gynecological MRI examination provides an overview of the entire pelvic region, but more detailed assessment of specific organs and symptoms requires examinations focused on a particular area.

We examine the following areas:

• ovaries;
• uterus;
• cervix;
• endometriosis examination;
• external genitalia.

What do you need to know about a gynecological MRI examination?

• An examination of one area takes approximately 30 minutes.
• Before the examination, medication is injected to reduce bowel activity and minimize artifacts caused by bowel movement.
• The examination is focused on one specific organ.
• The price applies to one area.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• An MRI examination can also be performed if you have a hip prosthesis.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.

With a prostate MRI examination, we can detect prostate diseases, monitor pathological changes over time, and plan treatment. A prostate MRI is a targeted examination that includes the prostate and the surrounding structures.

Why is a prostate MRI examination needed?

A prostate MRI may be performed to:

• detect prostate cancer and assess its extent;
• evaluate benign enlargement of the prostate;
• detect inflammatory processes and infections;
• determine the causes of pain or urination problems;
• plan a biopsy and treatment, including preparation for surgery or radiation therapy.

What do you need to know about a prostate MRI examination?

• The examination takes approximately 45 minutes.
• Before the examination, medication is injected to reduce bowel activity and minimize artifacts caused by bowel movement.
• Contrast agent is usually required for this examination.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• An MRI examination can also be performed if you have a hip prosthesis.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination and use the toilet.

With an MRI examination of the heart region, we assess pathological changes in the heart muscle, heart valves, and blood vessels, as well as the condition of the heart muscle and the heart’s functional capacity. A cardiac MRI is a single examination that includes the heart valves, chambers, blood vessels, myocardium, and pericardium.

Why is a cardiac MRI examination needed?

A cardiac MRI may be performed to:

• assess damage or thickening of the heart muscle and the consequences of a heart attack;
• evaluate abnormalities of the heart valves and heart structure;
• examine the condition of the heart blood vessels and blood supply;
• detect damage to the heart muscle, such as cardiomyopathy;
• detect inflammation of the heart muscle and pericardium;
• assist in treatment planning.

What do you need to know about a cardiac MRI examination?

• The examination takes approximately 60 minutes.
• The examination is always performed with contrast agent, and the price includes the cost of the contrast agent.
• The examination cannot be performed if you have a pacemaker.

A breast MRI is a radiation-free imaging examination that produces highly detailed, layer-by-layer images of the breast tissue. It helps detect changes that may not always be visible with other imaging methods.

When is a breast MRI recommended?

• when standard imaging does not provide sufficient information;
• if you have a high risk of developing breast cancer;
• if mammography or ultrasound results are unclear and require further clarification;
• to evaluate breast implants, for example in case of suspected leakage or rupture;
• for more precise assessment of the extent and structure of breast changes;
• for follow-up after treatment or to monitor recurrence..

What should you know about breast MRI?

• The examination takes approximately 30 minutes.
• You may eat and drink before the procedure.
• The images are interpreted by a breast radiology specialist.
• Results are usually available within 5–7 working days.

A small bowel MRI is used to assess the structure of the small intestinal wall, possible inflammatory changes, and intraluminal lesions. It also helps detect strictures, tumors, and inflammatory complications such as fistulas and abscesses.

Why is a small bowel MRI performed?

• detect Crohn’s disease or other inflammatory bowel diseases
• investigate long-lasting or unexplained abdominal pain
• identify intestinal narrowing or obstruction
• evaluate causes of gastrointestinal bleeding
• detect tumors of the small intestine
• monitor known disease progression and treatment response

What you need to know about the examination

• Do not eat for 6 hours before the examination
• Please arrive 1 hour before your scheduled appointment
• One hour before the scan, you will be asked to drink 1.5 liters of a diluted solution (Eziclen or Fortrans) within 60 minutes. This solution expands the small bowel lumen, which is essential for high-quality imaging. It may cause diarrhea.
• A venous cannula will be placed in your arm for the administration of contrast agent and medication (Bysimin) to slow intestinal movement.
• The examination takes up to 45 minutes.

With an MRI examination of the soft tissues of the neck, we obtain an overview of the larynx, nasopharynx, oral cavity and oropharynx, hypopharynx, neck muscles, salivary glands, blood vessels, nerves, and lymph nodes, and detect inflammation, tumors, swelling, or other changes.

Why is an MRI examination of the soft tissues of the neck needed?

A soft tissue neck MRI may be performed to:

• determine the causes of neck pain, swelling, or enlarged lymph nodes;
• assess changes in the larynx, nasopharynx, oral cavity, oropharynx, and hypopharynx;
• detect diseases and changes of the salivary glands;
• identify tumors or other tissue changes in the neck region;
• assess the condition of lymph nodes and inflammatory processes;
• examine the condition of blood vessels and nerve roots.

A general MRI examination of the neck region provides an overview of the entire neck, but more detailed assessment of specific symptoms requires examinations focused on a particular area.

We perform MRI examinations of the following areas:

• larynx;
• nasopharynx;
• oropharynx;
• hypopharynx;
• oral cavity;
• salivary glands.

What do you need to know about an MRI examination of the soft tissues of the neck?

• The examination is focused on one specific area.
• The examination takes approximately 30 minutes.
• If the examination is performed with contrast agent, its cost will be added to the fee.
• You may eat and drink lightly before the examination.