What is MRI - Mammography? (MRI/MRT)

What is MRI - Mammography? (MRI/MRT)

MRI-Mammography

MRI-Mammography is a useful study tool for assessing implants and identifying abnormal processes in the breast, mainly tumor processes.

Advantages of MRI - mammography:

The patient does not receive radiation during MRI - mammography

It is possible to assess small tumor processes at an early stage of the disease

Identification and evaluation of diseases that are challenging to evaluate with existing research

thorough evaluation of implant health, which is impossible with conventional research techniques because of the implant.

How the research is carried out:

Both breasts are positioned in a customized coil, sometimes known as a "coil," which is comfortable and replicates the anatomical shape while the patient rests still with his or her head down for around half an hour.

During the examination, a contrast agent is administered intravenously. MRI is always performed with contrast enhancement!

Does the patient need any prior preparation?

The study is carried out on women who are of reproductive age between days 7 and 14 of the second week of their menstrual cycle;

An initial visit with an allergist or allergy testing is advised if there is a history of allergic responses;

Are there any contraindications to MRI mammography?

Presence of a metallic foreign body in the body that is incompatible with a magnetic field;

Pregnancy/lactation.

What machine is used for MRI mammography?

At the National Center of Surgery, MRI mammography is performed on the latest digital MRI machine, Philips Ingenia Elition X!

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