MRI preparation depends on the type of scan, the area of your body being scanned, and whether the scan requires contrast dye. It’s important to discuss prep with your doctor beforehand. In rare, ...

New research suggests that MRI with contrast may create nanoparticles that infiltrate your tissues. The research is preliminary, and more work needs to be done. Doctors stress that MRI with contrast ...

While often considered the go-to imaging tool, a standard MRI scan offers an incredibly detailed view of soft tissues, including the spine, discs and surrounding nerves. It is exceptionally effective ...

Full-body MRI scans are gaining popularity, but doctors warn their benefits may not outweigh the risks for healthy, symptom-free individuals. While MRIs can detect certain cancers and abnormalities, ...

MRI is a diagnostic test that doctors use to diagnose and track the progress of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS is a progressive disease that damages nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.

Medicine Imaging Sciences rebuilt five of its six aging MRI scanners onsite rather than replacing them — a strategy that reduced environmental waste and energy use and increased patient capacity. The ...