Open MRI | Northgate Open MRI

Open MRI

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Benefits of open MRI for all patients

Comfort

Open design – No tunnel
Table Lowers to 20″ for easy accessibility
In-bore lateral shift for perfect positioning without having to hold awkward or uncomfortable positions.

Pediatric

Motion Compensation reduces heat scans
Sensitive multichannel RF coil technology adjusts to all patients
Caregiver can remain with patient during scan

Anxiety

SoftSound gradient techology reduces acoustic noise
Fast scanning keeps study times to a minimum

Large Patients

Industry-best table capacity of 660 lb
32″ wide patient table places anatomy comfortably at iso-center

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Neuro

Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) for traumatic brain injury assessment
High SNR from field strength and coil technology
Excellent spatial and temporal resolution
MRA with non-contrast mothods

Ortho

Exquisite fat suppression
Pain-free patient positioning
Accelerated imaging methods
Sub-millimeter in plane resolution
Loaded spine techniques
Metal suppression techniques

Body

Large FOV
Extra large patient management
Breath hold dynamic studies

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Exam Prep

MRI Contraindications

If you have any of the following devices implanted in your body you will not be able to have an MRI exam.
Pacemaker • Brain Aneurysm Clip • Battery Operated Pumps (Insulin, Pain meds, etc.)

MRI of Abdomen
Need to be fasting 3-4 hours before exam

MRI Suggestions

• Do not wear jewelry (Necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc.)
•Wear comfortable clothing with metal buttons or zippers
•For Females, do not wear mascara

NOTE: The exam is approximately 15 minutes. If you are in severe pain, we suggest that you take pain medication 1 hour prior to appointment time. You may eat prior to the exam.

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What to expect

Depending on the MRI exam that is requested, you may be asked to change into a gown or robe. Jewelry, watches, hair clips, piercings, and possibly dentures will need to be removed before the exam. You will be asked to lie on a cushioned, moveable table and maybe positioned comfortably with bolsters. For the best possible quality images, you will need to be as still as possible during the exam. You will hear a faint knocking sound as the machines capture the images. MRI exams often include multiple phrases or sequences, some of which sound different and vary in length of time. The technologist is immediately available at all times and you will be in full view of the technologist by means of a window during the exam. The technologist can hear and speak to you through an intercom in the room. Immediately after your exam, you may resume regular activities.

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