University of Missouri Works to Make a Better MRI

MRI scans help doctors diagnose diseases or injuries without radiation. MRI technology uses powerful magnets, radio waves and a computer to make detailed pictures inside the body. This is especially important for heart patients. With an MRI, doctors can check to see if blood vessels are blocked. They can also check for heart damage after a heart attack. The downside is that patients must lie motionless in a long tube for a long period of time, which is especially challenging for people...

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