Cardiac MRI: a detailed view of the heart without X-rays

Cardiac MRI (magnetic resonance imaging of the heart) is a non-invasive exam that provides precise images of the heart muscle, valves, chambers, and blood vessels. It is particularly useful for diagnosing heart diseases with great accuracy, without using ionizing radiation.

🩺 Why undergo a cardiac MRI?

Cardiac MRI is recommended to:

• Evaluate heart muscle diseases (cardiomyopathies)
• Analyze heart valves or congenital abnormalities
• Study the after-effects of a heart attack
• Measure overall heart function (ejection fraction, volumes)
• Monitor patients with heart failure or heart inflammation (myocarditis)

⚙️ How the exam is performed

• The exam lasts about 30 to 60 minutes
• It is done lying down in an MRI machine, painless
• A contrast agent (gadolinium) is sometimes injected depending on the indication
• The patient must remain still and follow breathing instructions

✅ Advantages of cardiac MRI

• No radiation
• Very detailed images of soft tissues
• Accurate exam to guide treatment or avoid invasive procedures
• Recommended when echocardiography is insufficient

📍 Cardiac MRI available at DiagnostiX

Our private clinics offer quick access to cardiac MRI with specialized interpretation by a radiologist. Benefit from attentive service without long waits.

👉 Book your cardiac MRI appointment today at one of our clinics.