Magnetic Resonance Imaging
(MRI)

Magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, is the newest form of diagnostic imaging being used for both human and veterinary medicine. Small animal MRI equipment generates a very powerful magnetic field, resulting in detailed anatomic images of whatever part of a dog’s body is being scanned. No x-rays are involved, and a dog/cat MRI is considered extremely safe.

How an MRI for small animals works?

At Blue Oasis Veterinary Clinic, we understand the importance of providing comprehensive care for your beloved pets. That’s why we offer advanced MRI services, a powerful tool that allows us to see inside your pet’s body with incredible detail.

Gentle Sedation

To ensure your pet’s safety and comfort, they’ll receive a gentle sedative before the MRI. This helps them stay still and relaxed throughout the procedure.

Radio Wave Pulses

Imagine tiny radio waves gently pulsing through your pet’s body. These waves are harmless and help us create detailed images of their internal structures.

Echoes Of Health

As the radio waves pass through your pet’s body, they interact with different tissues, creating unique “echoes” that our advanced MRI equipment captures.

Building the Picture

These echoes are like tiny puzzle pieces that, when combined, create a clear and detailed image of your pet’s internal organs and tissues. This helps us diagnose a wide range of conditions.

Comprehensive Care

While MRI technology is a bit more specialized and requires special training, we believe it’s an essential part of providing the highest quality care for your pet.

We’re committed to using the latest technology to give your pet the best possible care. If you have any questions about MRI or other advanced diagnostic procedures, feel free to ask!

Who Monitors My Pet Under Anesthesia?

Your pet is a member of the family, and our goal is to provide as safe environment as possible during your pet’s MRI. Before, during, and after the MRI our patients are monitored by certified anesthesia nurses who are specially trained to deal with patients undergoing MRI, and monitor your pet’s breathing, heart rate, pulse oxygenation, and blood pressure.

Routine blood work and chest X-rays are performed prior to the MRI to minimize the risks associated with anesthesia.

The MRI studies are performed by an experienced, certified MRI tech. This allows us to acquire high quality diagnostic images in as short a time as possible, further minimizing any anesthetic risk. The specialist is also involved in every step of the MRI study including patient positioning, monitoring, study design, and interpretation. We work as a team to provide the highest level of care possible for your pet.