How do I know if an MRI is right for me?
There are currently no known risk factors associated with MRI, although
not everyone can use MRI. It's important that you talk to your health
care provider about MRI, because people who have any implanted electronic
devices, such as a pacemaker, may not be good candidates for this
procedure. And since the long-term effects of MRI are not fully
known, pregnant women especially should consult their health care
provider before having a MRI.
The greatest benefits of obtaining detailed images through MRI are:
- Greater accuracy in disease detection.
- Early detection means early treatment.
- Early treatment often means greater treatment success.
- MRI scans are relatively quick and painless.
- MRI uses no x-rays.
- There are no known side effects with MRI.
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