NHLBI Educational Materials Catalog: Facts About Cardiac MRI
Facts About Cardiac MRI
Written for patients and caregivers, this easy to read fact sheet describes magnetic resonance imaging (MRI); which is a safe, noninvasive test that creates detailed images of your organs and tissues. Unlike x-rays and other radiological procedures, MRI imaging doesn’t use ionizing radiation or carry any risk of causing cancer. Describes what to expect before, during and after this procedure that is used to show signs of coronary artery disease, damage caused by a heart attack and other heart problems. Contains links to other online resources.