Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging

(cMRI)

Ask your doctor

The following questions can help you talk to your or your child's doctor about a cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (cMRI) test. Consider printing or writing down these questions and taking them to your appointment. Taking notes can help you remember the doctor’s response when you get home.

Doctor and Patient at appointment with ipad
QUESTIONS FOR YOUR DOCTOR

Bring a list of questions to ask your doctor about cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (cMRI) tests. 

  1. What information will a cMRI give us about the health of my or my child's blood vessels?
  2. Why is a cMRI being recommended? (That is, what symptom or test result needs further exploration?)
  3. What are the potential benefits of a cMRI?
  4. What are the individual risks of a cMRI?
  5. Is a cMRI safe with an implanted metallic device?
  6. What happens next if a cMRI indicates that there's a problem with a blood vessel?

Improving Patient Care

The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) is the leading nonprofit medical society representing invasive and interventional cardiology. Founded in 1978, SCAI’s mission is to lead the global interventional cardiovascular community through education, advocacy, research, and quality patient care. 

SCAI has dedicated its work to advancing the profession and is the designated society for guidance, representation, professional recognition, education, and research opportunities for invasive and interventional cardiology professionals. For more than 40 years, SCAI has personified professional excellence and innovation globally, fostering a trusted community of more than 4,500 members dedicated to medical advancement and lifesaving care for adults and children with cardiovascular disease.  

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