MRI of male pelvic organs with contrast enhancement

• During this procedure, MR examination of male pelvic organs (bladder, prostate gland, testicles) with contrast agent is performed.

Indications for the examination

• presence of masses or foci in the bladder, prostate gland, pelvis, and retroperitoneal space
• accumulation of fluid in the pelvis or extraperitoneal space.

Service duration: 40 minutes, performed by a radiologist and a radiology technician.

Preparation for the examination

The procedure requires preparation.

• Wear comfortable underwear made of natural materials.
• Do not wear jewelry or costume jewelry.
• For 2 days before the examination, avoid foods that promote gas formation (legumes, fresh vegetables, black bread).
• Do not drink carbonated beverages on the day of the examination.
• Avoid solid foods 4 hours before the study, minimize the amount of fluids.
• Medications can be taken as usual.
• Bladder should be emptied 15 minutes before the procedure.
• In case of a scheduled visit, the patient should arrive at the reception 20 minutes before the examination to install an intravenous catheter.

General contraindications to MRI:

• Pacemakers, ferromagnetic clips, large metal fragments located near important organs or large vessels.
• The presence of metal fragments is a relative contraindication and requires consultation with a radiologist.
• Patients with severe claustrophobia may require sedation.

The results of the examination (description, recording of the full examination on an optical storage medium (film - on request) are issued in 6 hours, in complicated cases - up to 24 hours.