Feb 27, 2009 · FYI: I have to have MRI's without contrast since my 1st year post op when there were 2 hives on each of my thighs after having the gandolinium dye. My neurosurgeon is able to read the …

May 21, 2015 · An MRI without contrast is a waste of time and money. A lab test a couple of weeks prior will check your kidney functions to make sure you'll have no issue with the contrast.

Sep 19, 2007 · Personally I would go for the first MRI with gadolinium contract agent and the one at treatment for radiotherapy, however I would go for a non-contrast MRI otherwise.

Jun 13, 2018 · Larger ANs will show up on a CT scan or MRI without contrast. If you are paying out of pocket, I would ask more questions about the danger to you with having the contrast material.

Apr 21, 2017 · There have been a lot of question about doing an MRI without gadolinium contrast agent. The reason for this is, although it is chelated, gadolinium is a heavy metal and particularly those …

Apr 29, 2013 · How long do MRI with IAC with Contrast take?Ellen ~ 'Raw' MRI scans are available almost immediately but the usual protocol is for a radiologist to 'read' them and write a report. …

Feb 5, 2009 · Not only are MRIs taken with contrast more revealing than those taken without, but also some equipment is superior to others. That is, you might get a clearer picture of an AN with one MRI …

Jan 4, 2019 · CT not MRI should I be concernedA CT Scan will identify larger AN's but will not detect smaller ones. I had a CT Scan 18 months before I was diagnosed and it came back Negative. …

Sep 23, 2009 · I always mention that the MRI should be done with and without contrast. I’ve had two friends recently tell me that when they were scheduled for an MRI with and without contrast, they …

Jan 19, 2011 · Hello everyone, I know I was just on here yesterday and was very excited about my MRI results. All was good, the down side to it, a horrific headache last night till now. Has anyone ever …