MRT for tumors

Furthermore, MRI imaging is a standard procedure for the diagnosis and monitoring of brain tumors. Brain tumors are usually ulcers that originate from the cells of the supporting and connective tissue of the brain and not from the nerve cells. There are many different tumors in the area of the brain – a better differentiation is made with the MRI examination.

By administering a contrast medium during MRI imaging, it is possible to make a statement about the size, location and type of the tumor. The individual brain tumors accumulate the contrast agent in different ways and can therefore be distinguished from each other. A biopsy is usually required to confirm a suspected diagnosis.

MRT for migraine

Migraine is a form of chronic headache. It is typically unilateral and is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light and noise. The cause and development of these severe headaches is often unclear. MRI imaging is an additional form of diagnosis, which is mainly used in patients with striking clinical and neurological symptoms. It is used to exclude life-threatening causes of the long-lasting headache (e.g. subarachnoid haemorrhage or brain tumors).

MRI of the paranasal sinuses

The paranasal sinuses are bony cavities of the facial skull, which branch off from the nose and are filled with air. They are primarily used to moisten, clean and warm the air. MRI imaging of the paranasal sinuses is often used to examine inflammatory processes and masses (benign or malignant tumors) in the area of the nasal mucosa because of the good representation of soft tissue structures.Also possible injuries and fractures in the area of the thin bony borders of the paranasal sinuses (fractures) can be diagnosed. MRI imaging is most commonly used to clarify the cause of chronic sinusitis. Imaging can be used to show a possible obstruction in the drainage of nasal mucus, which means that the inflammation cannot heal.

MRT of the petrous bone

The petrous bone is a section of the skull bone in the area of the temporal bone (Os temporale). It surrounds the inner ear, as well as important nerves of the brain, which are involved in the control of facial motor functions, hearing and balance. MRI imaging is used to examine the inner ear, the auditory nerve and to examine tumors and injuries. Patients often become conspicuous due to sudden hearing loss, tinnitus or balance problems. With the help of the MRI examination, it is primarily the soft tissue structures including the nerves in this area that can be depicted, while computed tomography (CT) is primarily used to display the bony structures (e.g. in the context of injuries).