Diagnosis and tracking of diseases in all areas of the body can be done with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) through medical imaging. Whole-body MRI allows the structure and diseases of soft tissues, bones and organs to be viewed with high contrast resolution. In MRI, images are created using a strong magnetic field and radiofrequency waves. MRI does not emit radiation. Thanks to the technology being developed today, the entire body can be imaged in 50-55 minutes with MRI devices and software programs that can perform fast, high-resolution imaging. This method plays an important role in the early diagnosis of tumors in many organs, including the brain and neck.
With whole-body MRI, starting with the head and neck, all areas of the body can be looked at individually, then combined with computer programs and examined as a whole. When an unusual finding is found during the examination, special imaging can be performed for that area and pathology. It may also be performed to determine possible disorders in the body such as cancer, infection or other pathologies before any symptoms appear. With whole body MRI, diseases are diagnosed at an early stage and possible effective treatments are applied. Whole body MRI is a method that can be used to visualize the entire body of healthy people at risk of developing cancer without radiation. The whole body can be viewed in one session for prophylactic purposes.
MRI of the whole body:
For proper evaluation of the breast, prostate, lungs, and gastrointestinal tract, MRI should be used in conjunction with screening and imaging modalities specific to these areas
Whole-body MRI is not used to diagnose joints such as the knees and shoulders, the chest and prostate, and hernias of the neck, back, and lumbar region because special imaging is needed to evaluate these areas.
If necessary, a whole-body MRI angiography can be performed using a contrast agent to show the vessels. It is recommended that patients in the cardiovascular risk group undergo 'screening' coronary CT angiography.
The most important advantage of whole-body MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is that it emits no radiation. This allows it to be used for screening tests. Because it does not emit radiation, MRI can be used safely in children and pregnant women after the 3rd month if needed.
The most important benefit of whole-body MRI is that it allows early diagnosis of cancer, early treatment and a chance of recovery.
As with routine MRI methods, if you do not have a metal or electronic device in the body that is incompatible with the magnetic field, whole body MRI is a method that will not harm you. You will be asked to read and approve the informed consent form before you are invited for testing.
In whole-body MRI, the brain, neck, lungs, abdominal organs, liver, pancreas, kidneys, adrenal gland, bladder and other organs are scanned with special imaging packages. The prostate in men, uterus and ovaries in women can be seen. During the scanning of these areas, bone and muscle structures are partially displayed. The patient will be asked to hold his or her breath during the imaging of moving organs. The patient should not fall asleep to assist the team during the examination. For this reason, the patient should be calm and conscious. Whole body MRI has a special place in the detection of tumor tissue as it scans all body structures with routine imaging packages. Imaging is performed separately for all areas of examination, combined with computer programs and evaluated in 3-dimensions. Whole-body diffusion MRI is also important in identifying cancerous tissues and lymph nodes.
The patient who will undergo a whole-body MRI is greeted by an X-ray technician and, with his or her help, is prepared for the examination. He is given special hospital clothing. It is advisable not to apply make-up to the face and neck before the examination as it distorts the image. It is desirable to completely remove jewellery and other accessories.
In most cases, there is no danger to patients with metal MRI implants, except for a few types of implants used after 2000. However, some cochlear (ear) implants, types of brain aneurysms, people with some old pacemakers should not be accepted for testing before safety precautions are taken. If there is shrapnel, bullet or other metal in the patient's body, he/she must necessarily give information before the examination.
7-8 hours of fasting are required to evaluate intra-abdominal structures and the gallbladder in whole body MRI studies.
During the capture of the moving organs of the patient, commands are given to hold the breath. In order for the person to carry out these commands, he/she must be calm and conscious. In some MRI examinations, contrast material may be used. It contains the contrast substance "gadolinium". Gadolinium iodine may be used in patients with contrast allergy. Before the MRI scan, patients will be questioned about allergies to contrast materials, foods, and medications. Be sure to indicate this information on the consent form and share it with the x-ray technologist.
Let the lab technician know if you have any serious illnesses or surgeries. Some conditions, such as advanced kidney disease, may require the use of certain types of contrast that are considered safe in patients with kidney disease. You may need a blood test to determine if your kidneys are functioning normally. If there is a possibility of pregnancy, this should be indicated before the MRI study. MRI is a test that has been used since the 1990s. No adverse effects on pregnant women or their unborn babies have been reported. However, it is not recommended that pregnant women have an MRI scan in the first trimester unless the benefit of the procedure outweighs the potential risk. Unless necessary, contrast medium should not be used in pregnant women.
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