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Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

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Cardiac MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves, and a computer to produce detailed pictures of the structures within and around the heart.

Why do I need a cardiac MRI?

Your doctor may recommend a cardiac MRI for you to:

  1. Detect any heart abnormalities
  2. Determine if you have heart disease
  3. Identify damage to your heart from a previous heart attack
  4. Diagnose problems with the heart muscle
  5. Diagnose tumors or birth defects
Cardiac MRI

What happens during an cardiac MRI of the heart?

Generally, an cardiac MRI follows this process:

  1. Remove any clothing jewelry, eyeglasses, hearing aids, hairpins, removable dental work, or other objects that may interfere with the MRI.
  2. If you are asked to remove clothing, you will be given a gown to wear.
  3. If you are to have a MRI done with contrast, you will have an intravenous (IV) line in the hand or arm to inject the contrast dye.
  4. You will lie on a scan table that slides into a large circular opening of the scanning machine. You will lie down for 30 to 60 minutes.
  5. It’s important to remain very still during the test. Any movement could affect the quality of the scan.
  6. You may be told to hold your breath, or to not breathe, for a few seconds. You will then be told when you can breathe.
  7. You will be given earplugs or a headset to wear to help block out the noise from the scanner. You may be able to listen to music.
  8. During the scanning process, a clicking noise will sound as the magnetic field is created and pulses of radio waves are sent from the scanner.
  9. If contrast dye is used you may feel effects as the dye is injected into the IV line that includes coolness or discomfort that should only last a few seconds.
  10. If you have metal fillings in your teeth, you may feel some slight tingling in your teeth during the test.
  11. The MRI itself causes no pain. But, having to lie still for so long might be uncomfortable.

What are the risks of an cardiac MRI of the heart?

There is no radiation exposure during cardiac MRI. You can’t have an MRI if you have a:

  1. Pacemaker
  2. Older intracranial aneurysm clips
  3. Cochlear implants
  4. Certain prosthetic devices (such as artificial joints)
  5. Implanted medicine infusion pump
  6. Neurostimulator
  7. Bone growth stimulator
  8. Certain intrauterine contraceptives (IUDs)
  9. Other iron-based metal implants
  10. Bullet or shrapnel

How to book an appointment?

Dr. Kartik Bhosale provides the best treatment for various heart diseases in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad . For more information about our comprehensive treatment options, or to request an appointment with the best cardiologist in Pune call +91 8420070081 / +91 8420070082 or Click on Book Appointment for online booking with your near hospital.