What Is MRI Stroke Protocol with Perfusion Imaging?

An MRI scan stroke protocol with perfusion imaging is a combined sequence of MRI scans that is collaborated with perfusion imaging. The scan is used to evaluate the damages that are caused by a potential stroke event or brain hemorrhage.

What Does MRI Stroke Protocol Include?

The MRI stroke protocol includes MRI brain, MRI Brain Angiography, DWI, MRI venography, and Perfusion imaging.

Why Is MRI Stroke Protocol With Perfusion Imaging Used?

The MRI stroke protocol with perfusion imaging gives information about certain conditions such as transient ischemic attack, multiple sclerosis, cerebrovascular attack, infection in the brain, vascular pathologies, swelling or inflammation of the brain, dementia, encephalitis, brain abscess, brain cancer (benign and metastatic), congenital abnormalities, and brain hemorrhage.

What does Stroke Mean?

A stroke is also known as a brain attack. It can be caused due to decreased or blocked blood supply to the brain or the rupturing of a blood vessel, leading to signs and symptoms of a brain stroke. This can result in damage to the brain tissues that can be permanent, long-term, or fatal in certain cases.

What Are the Causes of Stroke?

A blockage in the artery carrying oxygenated blood to the brain can lead to an ischemic brain stroke. A hemorrhagic stroke can be caused due to leaking or bursting of a blood vessel carrying blood to the brain. Sometimes, stroke can be caused due to a brief disruption of blood flow going to the brain, known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA).

What Is MRI Perfusion Imaging?

MRI perfusion is a special type of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique used as a diagnostic modality in detecting issues related to blood flow. The technique uses an injected dye to visualize blood flow.

Is MRI Stroke Protocol Painful?

No, the MRI protocol is conducted in a painless, non-invasive, and safe manner. It doesn't cause any pain, but slight discomfort can be felt while lying on a scan table for a long period.

When should I avoid getting the MRI stroke protocol?

You should avoid getting magnetic resonance imaging scans if you have any metallic device implanted in your body, such as cardiac pacemakers, stents, prosthetic legs, coils, neurostimulators, defibrillators, etc., as these can interfere with the MRI scanner.

How Accurate Is the MRI Stroke Protocol?

The MRI stroke protocol is a highly accurate diagnostic test with diffusion-weighted images having an 88%-100% sensitivity and a specificity of 95%-100%.

First-Line Diagnostic Test for Stroke?

A CT head scan is usually opted for as an emergency or the first-line diagnostic test for a brain stroke. An MRI sequence is also almost as sensitive as a CT scan and is used for stroke cases.

Can I Connect to a Doctor Before and After My MRI Stroke Protocol?

Yes, you can get a free consultation with Dr. Ravin Sharma (MBBS, MD in Radiology) who is available at our center with Mobile number +919212125996 and is available 24*7*365 days.

MRI Stroke Protocol + Perfusion Imaging

Description

MRI strike protocol and perfusion imaging is a diagnostic modality in which MRI can detect brain tissue damage by an ischemic stroke and brain hemorrhage.

MRI Stroke protocol +Perfusion Imaging (With contrast) - a technique helps to show the cellular structure of the brain. Another technique called "perfusion imaging" shows how much blood is reaching the tumor. These methods may help doctors predict how well treatment will work and as a confirmatory diagnosis. Also, assess the metastasis to other organs.

Why Do You Need MRI Stroke Protocol + Pefusion Imaging ?

Transient ischemic attack
Cerebrovuscular attack
Inflammation, swelling or infection in brain
Encephalititis
Dementia
Brain tumor
Brain abscess
Cancer metastatic from other organs
Cerebral lesion
Multiple sclerosis
Congenital abnormalities
Vascular pathologies
Headaches or migraines
Haemorrhage
Identify the tissue that may be target for thrombolytic therapy
Post operative follow up

What Is the Procedure of MRI Stroke Protocol and Perfusion Imaging Test?

Before the Procedure-

Instructions of eating and drinking before the MRI Scan may vary depend on your condition.
Tell your health provider about your medical history, pregnancy, claustrophobia they will guide you about your medication intake.
Remove your jewellery, hairpin and any metallic objects before the Scan
It’s important to tell your doctor and MRI technologist if you have any of the following-

Cardiac pacemaker

Dental implants

Cochlear implant

You will be asked to wear comfortable clothes.
In case of MRI of brain with contrast media, contrast media is injected via IV.

During the procedure

Patient will be positioned in a moving table. Technologist may place a device over your head that contain magnetic coil which is capable of sending and receiving radiowaves. After that you will be placed in MRI machine and scanning is done.

Radiologist evaluates the obtained images and makes a report.

The complete procedure is usually completed within 45 minutes

After the procedure

You can back to your normal routine unless contrast media is injected. In case of MRI with contrast media you may be monitored for a short period of time.

MRI scan will be analyzed by radiologist and result will be shared with your doctor.

When Will You Get Your Result?

MRI images will be accessed by the radiologist trained to interpret and write a report on them. Usually reporting will take 1-2 days; however, if the MRI was don emergency basis, the results could be provided quickly.

What Is the Cost MRI Brain Stroke Protocol and Perfusion Imaging Test?

The price of MRI brain stroke protocol and perfusion imaging test ranges from Rs 10000/- to Rs 25000/- Ganesh Diagnostic offers a 50%on all tests. To know the price of MRI Stroke protocol + Perfusion imaging near me contact us.

Specification

Test Type	MRI Brain+ MRI Brain Angiography+ DWI + MRI Venography + Perfusion Imaging
Includes	MRI Stroke Protocol + Perfusion Imaging (MRI Scan)
Preparation
Reporting	Within 4-6 hours*
Test Price	₹ 7500 ~~₹ 15000~~