CT, MRI, Ultrasound and Echocardiography in Enfield

Our imaging department offers fast and direct access to a wide range of diagnostics services using the most advanced techniques and specialised equipment. The centre is staffed by experienced radiographers and specialist nurses, and typically available within 24 hours. For those with immediate needs, urgent reports are available and faxed on the same day.

Cavell imaging opening hours:

Monday-Friday: 8am-9pm

Saturday (only for MRI): 8am-5pm

Sunday (only for MRI): 8am-4pm

The imaging department at Cavell offers the following services: 

• General radiology
• CT scan
• MRI scan 
• Ultrasound
• Interventional radiology
• Cardiac imaging (Echocardiography)

• General radiology
• Mammography
• Mobile MRI scan (Monday-Wednesday 8am-8:30pm) 
• Ultrasound
• Dental x-ray

Digital Mammography

The mammography unit is staffed by fully accredited radiographers and offers general mammography as well as more specialised views. The machine is outfitted for digital stereotactic localisation to aid biopsy and fine needle aspiration of soft tissue lesions. Our consultant radiologists performing these techniques are specialists in this field.

We are the only Independent Sector Hospital in North London that is able to offer a Vacuum Assisted Biopsy (Mammotome) to patients, along with the use of a Faxitron allowing effective patient diagnostics.

Diagnostic Ultrasound

A full range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations are available at the hospitals. These range from general abdomen pelvic, and gynaecology, to follicular tracking, breast imaging and soft tissue joints. Ultrasound guided breast and trans rectal prostatic biopsies and drainage procedures are also undertaken by our consultants. 

Echocardiography

An echocardiogram (echo) uses a dedicated ultrasound machine but is optimised for looking at the heart only, and we are one of the few Independent Sector hospitals in London with a specialised scanner in a dedicated cardiology room. An echocardiogram gives accurate information on the structure of the heart, the valves, and how well the heart is able to pump.
It can be a useful test if you have recently had a heart attack or if you have heart failure. This is also used regularly to assess people with heart valve problems or congenital heart disease. 

Electrocardiogram (ECG): A quick and simple test which looks at the electrical activity of your heart. An ECG is used as a baseline test to look for evidence of cardiac damage, cardiac enlargement and/ or electrical disturbances. 

Echocardiogram: Ultrasound scan of the heart used to assess the structure and function of the heart. By visualising the valves, heart chambers, heart muscle and blood flow it gives a detailed picture of cardiac health.

Bubble contrast echocardiogram: A specialised cardiac ultrasound study used to detect connections between the right and left side of the heart. 

ECG ambulatory holter monitoring: Monitors the electrical activity of your heart over a longer period of time. We offer this in the form of a wireless, showerproof monitor which can also be offered as a remote service. Available from 24hrs - 14 days.

Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM): A small digital machine that measures your blood pressure at regular intervals in order to provide a clear picture of how your blood pressure changes throughout the day. Available from 24hrs - 7 days.