Use of MRI in Evaluation of Patients with Seizures
Most guidelines indicate neuroimaging following a first-time unprovoked seizure. In this scenario CT is usually performed in the emergency setting, to exclude acute
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Use of MRI in Staging Anorectal Cancer
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Anorectal cancer is approximately 1/3 of all colorectal cancer cases. Anatomy: The rectum is typically divided into low,
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Special Consideration in Peadiatric MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a powerful magnetic field, radiofrequency (RF) waves and a computer to produce detailed images of the inside of
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Multi-Parametric Prostate MRI
MRI is the best non-invasive diagnostic tool to diagnose prostate cancer; it is known to be superior in resolution and tissue characterization compared
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Whole Body and Spine Imaging
OVERVIEW Whole body (WB-MRI) or whole spine (WS-MRI) imaging allows visualization of the entire body (from the head to the lower extremity) or entire
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Cerebral and Carotid MRA
OVERVIEW Cerebral and carotid MRA describes magnetic resonance imaging studies that demonstrate the cervical and cranial vasculature (arterial and/or venous systems). There are
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New Diagnostic Opportunities in the West
In 2005, NorthCoast Imaging introduced MRI to Western Jamaica, using a 1.0 Tesla strength scanner. In August 2016, we purchased and installed a brand
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Breast MRI
What is Breast MRI? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive medical test that physicians use to diagnose and treat medical conditions. Images
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Multi-Parametric Prostate Imaging
What is Prostatic MRI? Prostatic MRI is a non-invasive medical test performed to diagnose and treat pathologies of the prostate. Uses of Prostatic
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