Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed, usually 2D images of the inside of your body. MRI scans can show muscles, joints, bone marrow, blood vessels, nerves and other structures within your body.
MRI scanning is one of the safest imaging techniques available and can be used to produce images of almost any part of the body and can produce images from all angles. The detail in these images is so good that a cut as small as 2mm can be seen.
The Siemens MRI Scanner at Sarum Road Hospital, can scan up to 20 patients in one day.
MRI’s aids in the diagnosis of a vast number of ailments across several specialities including:
- Orthopaedic
- General Surgery
- Urology
- Gynaecology
- Neurology
After the scan is completed, our expert radiologist will provide a medical report detailing the findings which allows the referrer to establish the most appropriate management or treatment.
Find out more about MRI scanning at Sarum Road Hospital.