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Find information on a cervical MRI scan and the risks associated with it. Learn why it's done, how to prepare, and what to expect during the test.
The majority of MRIs of the cervical spine will be done for the evaluation of degenerative disc disease and do not require any contrast media, the latter is usually administered in the setting of tumors, infection and postoperative imaging such as suspected complications of spinal surgery.
Unlike an X-ray or CT scan, it poses no radiation risk. Here, we’ll discuss cervical spine anatomy, how a cervical MRI works, and what to expect on the day of your scan. We’ll also go over common symptoms and signs of certain cervical spine problems and what a cervical spine MRI can detect.
Typically, doctors recommend cervical spine MRIs when they suspect that you have a certain problem or to diagnose unexplained pain from an accident or injury. An MRI of the cervical spine can show: Abnormal curvature of the cervical spine. Aneurysms. Arterial or venous disorders. Bone abnormalities.
An MRI may be used to examine the brain or spinal cord for tumors, aneurysms or other conditions. Learn more about how MRIs of the spine and brain work.
We have looked at two types: the MRI cervical spine without contrast and the one with contrast. Both have one main goal. They aim to provide the most precise possible view into the complexities of the neck.
An MRI of the cervical spine can help find problems such as infection and tumors. It also can help diagnose narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis) and a herniated disc in the cervical spine.
A cervical MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan uses energy from strong magnets to create pictures of the part of the spine that runs through the neck area (cervical spine). MRI does not use radiation (x-rays).
Most of these cases will be done without contrast, as most of the information is there on a non-contrast exam. This video will walk you through a step-by-step approach to evaluating an MRI of the cervical spine.
A cervical MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan uses energy from strong magnets to create pictures of the part of the spine that runs through the neck area (cervical spine). MRI does not use radiation (x-rays).