To date, no, an open MRI does not produce the same quality images as a closed MRI. Although imaging with an open MRI has improved over the years, a closed MRI continues to provide superior images. Claustrophobic patients and patients who are overweight have had a very hard time with the MRI procedure in the past due to the small opening and long length of the tube (called a bore).

The purpose of all A.A. group meetings, as our Preamble states, is for A.A. members to "share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism." Toward this end, A.A. groups have both open and closed meetings. Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and "have a desire to stop drinking. See similar questions...

For closed rhinoplasty, the incisions are confined to the inside of the nose and result in no visible scarring. Open rhinoplasty procedures require an additional small incision made on the underside of the nose between the nostrils, resulting in a well-concealed, fine-line scar. Open rhinoplasty is preferred when doing tip work. The open procedure will produce excellent symmetry. Closed rhinoplasty is best suited for nasal hump reduction. See similar questions...

DIS offers conventional MRI at three of our locations: Metairie, Uptown and Marrero. Our conventional MRI systems are 1.0T and 1.5T magnets that provide high quality images in a short amount of time. While our 1.0T MRI units may be considered conventional, there is nothing conventional about our 1.5T Infinion MRI system. Its wide aperture, short bore design, virtually eliminates claustrophobia, while providing more comfort to our patients. See similar questions...

A closed adoption means that the birth parent(s) and adoptive parents never know each other. Some non-identifying information may be given to adoptive parents in order to assist them in medical situations, but names are not exchanged. An open adoption means that the birth parent(s) and adoptive parents know something about each other. The degree of openness depends on what the birth parent(s) and adoptive parents agree upon. See similar questions...

The difference between open and closed rhinoplasty is basically the location of the incision. Closed rhinoplasty involves incisions which are confined to the inside of the nose while open rhinoplasty involves an additional small incision made on the underside of the nose between the nostrils. Open rhinoplasty is often preferred in more complex cases as it provides a better view of and easier access to the inside of the nose. See similar questions...

Project is considered closed when the project owner has received sufficient number of bids to his/her project and he decided close the project or the deadline for the project has passed. See similar questions...

open mortgage can be paid out at any time. A closed mortgage cannot be repaid beyond a lender's prepayment privileges before the end of the term without charge. In most cases open mortgages are offered at a higher interest rate than that of a closed mortgage. See similar questions...

Open headphones generally have a design that leaves the entire, or some of the back of the headphones open (covered by a protective grille of some sorts). This allows for a more natural and wider sound from the headphones. It's normal for open headphones to sound better than similarly priced closed headphones. Closed headphones often have a more "in your head" sound and sound a little boxed in. See similar questions...

The most popular and commonly used trailer is the open trailer. These trailers carry anywhere from 10-12 vehicles at a time. Open trailers are less expensive than closed trailers. However, open trailers will subject your car to the elements of nature, such as rain, snow, wind, and dirt. Still, unless you are shipping your vehicle through extreme climates, this option should be fine. See similar questions...

CT and MRI differ in two basic ways.CT uses x-rays to detect and record the radiation absorbed by different tissues, and sends the data to a computer to transform into images. MRI does not use x-rays. Instead, MRI employs a powerful magnetic field to monitor the nuclei of hydrogen atoms in water, the most abundant element in the body. See similar questions...

The press and public can attend an open committee hearing. A closed hearing, by contrast, is closed to the public and the media. See similar questions...

Within the heating circuit is contained a conveying liquid (in most cases it is water) this liquid, as a consequence of temperature, increases in volume and at times, still due to temperature, tends to evaporate. To maintain the correct amount of liquid within the system, it is necessary to have somewhere for the extra liquid to go and be re-introduced into the system. Such balance can be achieved by having two plumbing systems, open or closed circuit. See similar questions...

A closed loop is a continuous pipe that circulates a fluid (often with an antifreeze mixture) to extract heat from the surrounding soil or water. An open loop is, essentially, two pipes: one to suck in water that is moved through the heat pump to transfer heat, the other to take the cooled water and discharge it to the appropriate location, usually downstream from the first pipe. See similar questions...

A woven valley is when the shingles from both sides of the valley extend across the valley and are woven together by overlapping alternate courses as they are applied. A closed-cut valley is when the shingles from one side of the valley extend across the valley while the other side is trimmed back approximately 2 inches from the centerline. See similar questions...

Closed meetings are for Al-Anon members only. According to Tradition Three, the only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend. Open meetings are open to anyone who is not necessarily a member, including professionals and others who are interested in attending an Al-Anon meeting. See similar questions...