Cardiac MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a scanning
method to look inside the body without using x-rays. The scanner is
a large cylindrical magnet which is open at both ends. It uses a
strong magnetic field, radio frequency waves and a computer to
build up very detailed images/pictures of the body. The images are
then displayed on the computer screens in the scanning control
room.
We acquire numerous images from several different angles of the
heart and heart vessels. We can also see how the heart is
functioning and how blood is moving through the valves and vessels
by taking moving images of the heart.
It is important for patients to let clinical teams know if they
have any metallic implants.
Useful information
Cardiac MRI patient information leaflet
