NVRC is pleased to announce the acquisition of a Siemens Open Bore MAGNETOM Skyra 3T MRI
Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants, (NVRC) announces the acquisition and installation of a MAGNETOM Skyra 3T Open Bore MRI from Siemens Healthcare. The Skyra 3T Open Bore MRI represents the latest in imaging technology providing the highest quality diagnostic images.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams have become one of the fastest growing types of medical diagnostic tests in the United States, due, in large part, to its ability to provide non-invasive diagnostic images of soft tissues, bone, fat and muscles and to help in the detection and diagnosis of a variety of health conditions, including orthopedic injuries, breast cancer, neurological disorders and cardiac diseases. In the past MRI exams have not always been comfortable for or well tolerated by certain patient groups, including the elderly, obese (up to 550 pounds) individuals or those who experience claustrophobia, excessive pain or limited mobility. This is due to the relatively small doughnut-like opening where the patient lies, called the bore, and the long tube-like structure of the machine, which can feel confining. However, the MAGNETOM Skyra’s large 70cm open bore – along with its short length (173 cm) can help reduce patients’ anxiety and help put them at ease.
The accommodating features of the MAGNETOM Skyra, combined with 3 Tesla (T) magnet strength – the strongest clinically available– means that NVRC patients can now enjoy a larger array of imaging options with high quality images.
To schedule an MRI exam, patients should call the Radiology Department scheduling line at 703-558-8500.
