Body MRI Scans

Our body MRI scans capture detailed images that help diagnose conditions within the chest, abdomen, and pelvis. Since the magnetic field is not harmful, your healthcare provider can also use a body MRI to monitor your baby during pregnancy safely.

It can be used to diagnose a variety of conditions, including:

Abdominal pain and pelvic pain
Liver disease and other abdominal organ conditions
Cancerous and non-cancerous tumors
Vascular diseases of the aorta and other blood vessels
Inflammatory bowel disease

Abdominal MRIs

Your abdomen contains vital organs responsible for digestion, waste filtration, hormone production, and more. When abnormalities arise within these organs, they can manifest as a variety of symptoms, from mild discomfort to severe pain. An abdominal MRI can be a useful tool in diagnosing such concerns.

Abdominal Issues

Abdominal MRIs use strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create high-resolution cross-sectional images of your internal organs. Unlike traditional x-rays, which offer a limited view and expose you to radiation, Abdominal MRIs provide a safe and painless way to examine your:

Liver
Kidneys
Pancreas
Spleen
Adrenal glands
Blood vessels

The Abdominal MRI empowers your healthcare provider to diagnose various conditions.

Liver Disease: MRI can reveal abnormalities within the liver. This includes:
- Cirrhosis: A chronic liver disease where healthy tissue is replaced by scar tissue, impairing liver function.
- Fatty Liver Disease: A condition where excess fat accumulates in the liver, potentially leading to more serious problems.
- Liver Tumors: MRI can detect both benign (noncancerous) and malignant (cancerous) liver tumors.
Kidney Disease: Abdominal MRI provides sharp images of your kidneys, aiding in diagnosing:
- Kidney Stones: These are hard deposits of minerals that form within the kidneys and cause severe pain.
- Kidney Tumors: MRI can help identify both benign and malignant tumors in the kidneys.
- Blockages: Abdominal MRI can reveal blockages in the ureters, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas can cause excruciating abdominal pain. Abdominal MRIs can effectively visualize the pancreas, allowing your healthcare provider to assess the severity of the inflammation and identify any underlying causes.

Compared to other imaging techniques, Abdominal MRIs provide clearer visualization of soft tissues and cause no radiation exposure.

Pelvic MRIs

A Pelvic MRI is a specialized scan that focuses on the structures within the pelvis, the bowl-shaped region at the lower part of your torso. This scan can visualize your muscles, bones, reproductive organs (uterus, ovaries in females, prostate in males), and urinary system structures (bladder, ureters).

Pelvic Issues

The Pelvic MRI utilizes strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images without exposing you to radiation. It offers a comprehensive view of the pelvic structures, aiding in diagnosing various conditions.

Musculoskeletal Conditions: Pelvic MRIs offer details on soft tissues like muscles, ligaments, and tendons in the pelvis, helping to diagnose tears, strains, and other injuries that might be causing pain or dysfunction.
Reproductive Issues: For women, Pelvic MRIs can be used to evaluate uterine fibroids, noncancerous growths in the uterus, endometriosis, and ovarian cysts. For men, Pelvic MRI can assess the prostate gland for abnormalities like prostatitis (inflammation) or cancer.
Urinary System Issues: Pelvic MRIs can visualize the bladder and ureters, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. This can be helpful in diagnosing conditions like urinary incontinence or blockages within the urinary system.

Compared to other imaging techniques, Pelvic MRIs provide a clearer distinction between different soft tissues within the pelvis.

Vascular Imaging MRAs

Blood vessels form a complex network throughout your body, supplying vital oxygen and nutrients to your organs and tissues. When blood flow is restricted in these vessels, it can lead to various health problems.

Magnetic Resonance Angiography, or MRA, is a specialized MRI technique that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of blood vessels. Unlike traditional x-ray angiography, which involves inserting a catheter into an artery and injecting contrast dye, MRA is a non-invasive procedure.

MRA offers a clear view of your blood vessels, allowing your healthcare provider to diagnose various conditions affecting blood flow.

Renal Artery Stenosis: The renal arteries supply blood to your kidneys. MRA can assess these arteries for narrowing, a condition known as renal artery stenosis. Narrowed arteries can restrict blood flow to the kidneys, potentially leading to high blood pressure and kidney problems.
Mesenteric Ischemia: This condition occurs when blood flow to the intestines is restricted. MRA can evaluate the blood vessels supplying the intestines, aiding in the diagnosis of mesenteric ischemia. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent tissue damage and serious complications.
Other Vascular Conditions: MRAs can also be used to evaluate blood vessels in other parts of the body, such as the brain and neck. For instance, MRA can help diagnose conditions like carotid artery stenosis, a narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the brain, which can increase the risk of stroke.

Schedule Your MRI Scan Today

Body MRI scans offer a powerful lens for your healthcare provider to see what's happening within your body. At Tellica Imaging, we offer these specialized scans to enable a more precise diagnosis and effective treatment plan.

Our team of experienced healthcare professionals will work with you to determine the most appropriate MRI scan for your specific needs. Don't wait to get the answers you need.

Visit us at any of our convenient locations and our friendly staff is here to answer your questions and guide you through the scheduling process. To schedule an imaging test at any of our locations, please call us today.