Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the gold standard imaging modality for soft tissues. It produces detail cross-sectional images of soft tissue and bone anatomy, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, brain and organs, without the use of ionizing radiation. In addition to orthopedic imaging, MRI is also used for heart, brain and breast. MRI uses gadolinium contrast in many exams to highlight tissues and blood vessels, which enhances images and offers better diagnostic quality. It can also be used in conjunction with PET scans. How does MRI work? MR creates images by using powerful magnets to polarize hydrogen atoms in water (the body is made of of more than 80% water) so they face in one direction. A radiofrequency pulse is then used to ping these atoms, causing them to wobble, or resonate. The MRI coils detect this and computers can assemble images from the signals. Basic MRI scans will focus on the resonance of fat and water in two different sequences, which highlight and contrast different features in the anatomy.

Imaging shows why music makes us happy
Experts believe their findings could be significant for treating both pain and mental health disorders.
MRI projectile incident likely to result in a 'seven-figure sum' repair bill for hospital
News of an incident is a stark reminder that healthcare workers and patients aren’t the only ones who need to be aware around MRI suites.
Experts may have discovered why some patients are more susceptible to GBCA-related side effects
A new study focuses on the role oxalic acid may play in the body’s ability to eliminate gadolinium after an MRI study.
Radiology groups spar over certificate-of-need application for $1.7M new MRI scanner
Diagnostic Imaging of Southbury recently asked for permission to buy a second MR system, with its first currently operating at 120% capacity.
AI tool has 'untapped potential' for diagnosing and managing multiple sclerosis
The tool extracts brain region and white matter lesion volumes from any MRI of the brain, even less specialized sequences not traditionally used in the diagnosis or management of MS.

‘World's first’ bedside MRI machine scores FDA clearance, eyes summer rollout

Connecticut-based Hyperfine Research said its new point-of-care imaging tool carries a fraction of the cost and weight of a traditional magnetic resonance machine.

How one large hospital standardized its MRI protocols in 6 steps

Emory University recently devised a detailed process to ensure that such tests are delivered in a uniform fashion across its vast clinical enterprise.

Radiology expert notches $250K from Amazon, Heart Association for speedier MRI interpretation

Chun Yuan beat out the competition by using cloud-computing tools and AI to predict cardiovascular risk through magnetic resonance knee scans.

Paris tech company scores FDA clearance for brain MRI assistant

QyScore helps clinicians pinpoint MRI markers, which signal the early onset of conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

AI helps bolster radiologists’ ability to detect ADHD using MRI

This breakthrough could help providers pinpoint other neurological conditions, experts noted in a study published Wednesday, Dec. 11, in Radiology: Artificial Intelligence.

Key brain region smaller in women who use birth control pills, MRI scans reveal

Women who use oral contraceptives have a “significantly” smaller area of the brain that’s responsible for regulating everything from body temperature to mood, appetite, sex drive and sleep cycles.

Doc notches key win in court battle over certificate of need for MRI

Gajendra Singh, MD, has been working for years to open up more options for consumers in the Winston-Salem area, but he reached a roadblock last year.

Use of CT and MRI to diagnose eye problems in the ED skyrocketing, underlining need for guidance

Johns Hopkins researchers recently made that determination by scouring data from millions of ED visits conducted between 2007 and 2015.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Imaging shows why music makes us happy

MRI projectile incident likely to result in a 'seven-figure sum' repair bill for hospital

Experts may have discovered why some patients are more susceptible to GBCA-related side effects

Radiology groups spar over certificate-of-need application for $1.7M new MRI scanner

AI tool has 'untapped potential' for diagnosing and managing multiple sclerosis