Brain MRI: What It Is, Purpose, Procedure & Results - Cleveland Clinic
WEBMay 9, 2022 · A brain (head) MRI scan is a painless test that produces very clear images of the structures inside of your head — mainly, your brain. Healthcare providers use brain MRIs to evaluate, diagnose and monitor several different medical conditions that affect your brain or other structures in your head.
Brain lesions - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 11, 2018 · A brain lesion is an abnormality seen on a brain-imaging test, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computerized tomography (CT). On CT or MRI scans, brain lesions appear as dark or light spots that don't look like normal brain tissue.
White Spots on a Brain MRI - Verywell Health
WEBMay 21, 2024 · If you've had a brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), you may be alarmed to hear that it shows small white spots. These white spots may indicate a cause for concern, including strokes or multiple sclerosis (MS) .
8 Conditions a Head CT Scan Can Assess or Reveal
WEBSep 20, 2023 · Detailed images from CT scans can show brain bruising, bleeding and swelling following a head injury. They can also pinpoint the location of the damage to determine the best treatment options or to guide procedures used to treat TBIs.
Brain Lesions: What They Are, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
WEBNov 16, 2022 · Brain lesions are areas of brain tissue that show damage from injury or disease. The most common way to detect brain lesions is with diagnostic imaging scans. Depending on the cause, some types of brain lesions will heal on their own or are treatable.
How to Read Your Brain MRI Radiology Report
WEBRadiologists use brain MRI to diagnose diseases such as migraine, stroke, microvascular ischemic disease, dementia, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, hydrocephalus, brain tumors, sinusitis, and traumatic brain injury.
Brain MRI: How to read MRI brain scan - Kenhub
WEBNov 3, 2023 · MRI is used to analyze the anatomy of the brain and to identify some pathological conditions such as cerebrovascular incidents, demyelinating and neurodegenerative diseases. Moreover, the MRI can be used for examining the activity of the brain under specific activities (functional MRI - fMRI).
SPECT scan - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 5, 2024 · A SPECT test creates a detailed, 3D map of the blood flow activity in the brain, which can help see which parts of the brain are being affected by: Clogged blood vessels. SPECT scanning can find issues with blood flow in the brain.
Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Brain
WEBA CT of the brain may be performed to assess the brain for tumors and other lesions, injuries, intracranial bleeding, structural anomalies (e.g., hydrocephalus , infections, brain function or other conditions), particularly when another type of examination (e.g., X-rays or a physical exam) are inconclusive.
Imaging Tests of the Brain - Verywell Health
WEBFeb 16, 2021 · A brain CT scan visualizes the structure of the brain and skull, and it can identify blood in and around the brain. A brain CT scan can also identify fluid, swelling, large tumors, or a large stroke. Major structural changes, such as pressure from a tumor pushing on one side of the brain can be detected with a brain CT scan.