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A brain scan or neuroimaging is a technique used by neurologists to record the structure and functioning of the brain. The test is usually used by neurologists to determine if the patient has any neurological disorders. The test can also give indications of a possible neurological disorder in the future. A brain scan is classified into two major categories viz. functional imaging and structural imaging. The functional imaging is used to determine any metabolic problems. It cal also be used to determine an onset of Alzheimer’s and also help in identifying the different stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Structural imaging on the other hand is used to study the structure of the brain and identify the causes for any intracranial disorders such as tumors. Expand AllCollapse All Length Length The test itself usually takes just 5-10 minutes. It takes the radiologist 15-30 minutes to read the MRI and the results can be available soon after Benefits Benefits MRI is used to detect brain tumors and strokes and play a role in the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. In addition, it can be used to follow the progression of disorders including head trauma, bleeding in the brain and tumors of the pituitary. The technique is also very useful to identify masses that may be impinging on the back of the eyes or ears. Who is not an ideal candidate? Who is not an ideal candidate? A candidate who would not be ideal would have undergone: • Pacemakers • Implanted insulin pumps • Aneurysm clips • Vascular coils and filters • Heart valves • Ear implants • Surgical staples and wires Preparing your surgery Preparing your surgery If you are pregnant, you must inform your doctor/radiologist. On the day of the scan, ensure that you wear only loose clothes with no metal such as a zipper. You must remove your jewelry, keys, coins, credit cards, dentures, eye glasses and make-up. These precautions are due to the MRI scanning using a strong magnetic field. Risks / Complications / Side effects Risks / Complications / Side effects For the vast majority of people, there is no danger associated with having an MRI scan. After your surgery After your surgery If your health is okay and there is no abnormality, MRI can be repeated every 2-3 years. However, if a brain pathology has been detected you may need MRI every 3-6 months to follow progress. Featured Brain Scan Providers Abroad UZ Brussel Brussels, Belgium Select Languages: English, French UZ Brussel(Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel) is a university hospital. This means that it also has a teaching mission and conducts scientific research. The hospital’s clinical exce... North York General Hospital Toronto, Canada Select Languages: English North York General Hospital (NYGH) is one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals. We provide an exceptional care experience for our patients and their families, and have proudly served our d... NTT Medical Center Tokyo Tokyo, Japan Select Accreditation: JCI Languages: English, Japanese We take pride in delivering optimum services remembering always that each patient is our ultimate customer. The goal of the NTT Medical Center Tokyo is, as the symbol of social contribu... Normah Medical Specialist Centre Kuching, Malaysia Select Accreditation: JCI Languages: English, Malayu Normah Medical Specialist Centre (NMSC) was officially opened in August 1988. It is the first and is currently the largest purpose built private medical centre in the State of Sarawak. Owned by Sarawa... Assunta Hospital Petaling Jaya, Malaysia Select Languages: English Assunta Hospital was founded by a group of missionaries from the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary (FMM) in 1954. Today, after 5 decades of services, Assunta Hospital continues its commitment of practis... View all Brain Scan Providers Abroad
UZ Brussel Brussels, Belgium Select Languages: English, French UZ Brussel(Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel) is a university hospital. This means that it also has a teaching mission and conducts scientific research. The hospital’s clinical exce...
North York General Hospital Toronto, Canada Select Languages: English North York General Hospital (NYGH) is one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals. We provide an exceptional care experience for our patients and their families, and have proudly served our d...
NTT Medical Center Tokyo Tokyo, Japan Select Accreditation: JCI Languages: English, Japanese We take pride in delivering optimum services remembering always that each patient is our ultimate customer. The goal of the NTT Medical Center Tokyo is, as the symbol of social contribu...
Normah Medical Specialist Centre Kuching, Malaysia Select Accreditation: JCI Languages: English, Malayu Normah Medical Specialist Centre (NMSC) was officially opened in August 1988. It is the first and is currently the largest purpose built private medical centre in the State of Sarawak. Owned by Sarawa...
Assunta Hospital Petaling Jaya, Malaysia Select Languages: English Assunta Hospital was founded by a group of missionaries from the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary (FMM) in 1954. Today, after 5 decades of services, Assunta Hospital continues its commitment of practis...
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