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Abbreviated breast MRI, also called “fast MRI” or rapid breast MRI, is a shorter version of the standard breast MRI. It is designed to be a more accessible and less costly alternative for breast cancer detection. While a full breast MRI can last between 20 and 50 minutes, the abbreviated MRI typically takes between 15 …
A disc herniation is a common spinal condition that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This condition can significantly disrupt the daily lives of those who suffer from it. To manage a herniated disc effectively, it’s crucial to understand its manifestations and the treatments available to relieve the pain. How to recognize and treat a …
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by a decrease in bone mineral density (BMD) and deterioration of bone microarchitecture. This condition makes bones fragile and more prone to fractures, even from minor falls or mild impacts. Osteoporosis is often called the “silent disease” because it typically progresses without obvious symptoms until a fracture occurs. What is …
Understanding Crohn’s Disease: Symptoms, Stages, Complications, Treatments, and Perspectives Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, primarily affecting the digestive system, which can affect any part of the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus. This disease is of unknown origin, autoimmune in nature, with a suspected exogenous cofactor. It can manifest with varying …
Virtual colonoscopy “The most common symptom of colon cancer is no symptom at all. Screening allows us to detect it”. Robert Bresalier, M.D. Virtual Colonoscopy is an innovative, non-invasive and advanced method for screening colon cancer. This examination can detect, quickly, in a safe manner and without sedation, pre-cancerous and cancerous growths in the colon …
What is a cardiac MRI? Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, or cardiac MRI, is an advanced medical imaging technique that allows detailed visualization of the structure and function of the heart. It is based on the principle of nuclear magnetic resonance, using powerful magnetic fields and radio waves to create three-dimensional images of the heart and …
Computed tomography: An essential tool for understanding lung cancer screening Lung Cancer: A Complex Disease with Profound Consequences Lung cancer, a form of cancer that develops in lung tissues, is one of the most serious and common health conditions worldwide. There are two main types of lung cancer: small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small …
Regain your comfort quickly To treat musculoskeletal pain, doctors regularly recommend therapeutic joint infiltration (intra-articular injection). This medical technique is particularly effective in relieving joint pain. So it’s not surprising that after an examination of your shoulder, knee, hip or other joint, your doctor would refer you to a radiology center. To make an appointment …
Do you know how to identify kidney stones pain? According to several studies and the Canadian Kidney Foundation, about 10% of Canadian men will have a renal calculus (kidney stones) at least once during their lifetime. This number is at least three times higher in men than women. Furthermore, a kidney stone is a health …
