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The EEG permits to evaluate the manner in which a particular person's brain functions are organized and how the brain use its strength to cope with a disease and how it compensate/adapts to it. PET and MRI are not used for the this purpose, they provide a physical structural assesment on a morphological level, not being suitable for real-time functional activity assessment. EEG/QEEG, or PET and MRI are distinct techniques.

MRI is an acronym: M (Magnetic) R (Resonance) I (Imaging). This technology is obtained by using a high magnetic field and radio waves. Instead of relying on x-rays, like other imaging technologies do, MRI uses a powerful magnet. Some are approximately 30,000 times stronger than the magnetic force of the earth. During an exam, the patient lies inside the opening (the bore) of the magnet.

MRI of the brain is useful for determining the type of DI and may also reveal the cause if the DI is either central or dipsogenic DI. If the initial MRI does not show the cause of CDI or dipsogenic DI, a repeat MRI in 6 to 12 months is a good idea. After that, additional repeats rarely provide any more information of any clinical value.

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If you have a pacemaker, you should not be imaged because the pacemaker may be damaged in the magnetic field of the scanner. If you have metal filings, shrapnel, or ferromagnetic clips or pins in your body, you probably will not be imaged because these objects could be twisted by the magnetic field and cause serious injuries. Most new surgical metal implants are made of a high quality stainless steel which is non-magnetic. You can be imaged with these. Dental fillings and bridgework are okay.

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You will be greeted by our receptionist and asked to fill out a consent form. Then a veterinary technician will check you in and explain the MRI procedure. Your pet will then be brought to our MRI suite and prepared for anesthesia. It takes approximately 1 1/2 hours to perform one MRI exam. Each additional exam takes 30-45 minutes longer.

X-rays films only show the bone anatomy and are produced by shooting X-ray beams through your body. Most disc pathology will be shown with an MRI scan followed by a discogram. The MRI scan shows the soft tissue and the MRI is not an X-ray. The MRI scan works because it is a big magnet and you are in it as a magnetic field is created around your body. The magnetic field changes the position of the electrons in the hydrogen atoms of the water that makes up your body.

Over half of normal adults with no symptoms will have some type of disc problem show on their MRI. Although each case is different, most problems respond well to conservative therapies such as chiropractic, massage and exercise. It’s your body. View surgery as a LAST resort.

There is no special preparation necessary before an MRI examination. You can eat or drink before the exam. For MRCP however, no solid food or liquid for 4 hours prior to the exam. Do not wear anything metallic during the exam, so it would be best to leave watches, jewelry or anything containing metal at home. Even some cosmetics contain metal so don’t wear makeup when you go to the MRI center.

Everything. Schedule, quirks, likes, dislikes, favourite treats, favourite toys, vaccine history, illness/surgery history….everything. You will be asked if your pet has ever exhibited adverse behaviour towards strangers or even towards you. Disclose it. Be very forthcoming and don’t “sugar coat” it, regardless of the severity.

Pet owners have to be prepared to bring pets to the veterinarian at least a few times (if not many more) in the pet's lifetime. This means spending money for the medical fees and taking time out to bring the pet to the vet clinic - all part and parcel of pet ownership. Remember that veterinary procedures for a pet can run into the hundreds to the thousands. Vaccinations prevent pets from falling ill from contagious and sometimes fatal diseases.

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We recommend that all new birds be examined by an avian veterinarian as soon as possible. The veterinarian will ask you questions about where you acquired the bird, what you are feeding it, if you have other birds, if you have noticed anything that concerns you, and so on in order to help you and your new companion get a good start on a long term relationship. The veterinarian will observe your bird's attitude and energy level, and then perform a thorough physical examination.