MRI Neurography

Magnetic Resonance Neurography is a non-invasive diagnostic method without ionizing radiation. It allows a detailed study of the peripheral nerves, brachial plexus, lumbosacral plexus, sciatic nerve and its branches, radial, ulnar and median.

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MRI Neurography

What does it consist of?

You must be stretched on your back with your head resting on a cushion, the table will move until the area to be studied is in the center of the resonance equipment. The test can last from 20 to 45 minutes, during this time, you will have to remain as calm as possible, since the taking of images is not continuous but different image planes are made. Once finished, you will be able to continue with your daily life as normal.

If necessary, at the beginning of the test a technician will administer contrast to mark the area to be studied.

Cases in which it is recommended

Who is it for?

The study of Resonance by Neurography is indicated in those patients with suspected pyramidal syndrome, lumbosciatalgias of unclarified origin, acute paralysis of traumatic origin, pudendal neuralgia, cervicothoracic gorge syndrome and intraneural tumors, among other conditions.

INSTRUCTIONS

How should you prepare?

First, they will administer a contrast to mark the area to be studied. Subsequently, you should be stretched out in the MRI for 20-45 minutes, remaining as calm as possible throughout the scan.

Metallic objects: The technician will give you the necessary instructions, provide you with a gown, and ask you to remove any metallic objects (jewelry, watches, piercings, hairpins, mobile phones, dental prostheses, and hearing aids).
Cardiac devices: It is important that you inform the technician about any device that you have implanted in your body (pacemakers, electrodes and clips from previous surgeries).
Test duration: The test can last from 20 to 45 minutes depending on the study being performed. During this time it is important that you remain still.
Hydration: Drink plenty of water to remove contrast from the body.

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