What do you see on an MRI of the brain?

A (MRI) scan of the brain provides detailed images of brain tissue, nerve pathways, blood vessels and various structures of the brain. The examination is often used to investigate symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, visual disturbances, numbness, memory problems, tumors or neurological changes.

With the help of MRI, the doctor can identify, among other things:

• Signs of stroke or previous blood clots.
• Changes that indicate tumors or cysts.
• Inflammation of brain tissue or meninges (e.g. in MS or encephalitis).
• Changes in the brain's vascular system (e.g. aneurysm or vascular malformations).
• Increased pressure, fluid accumulation or enlarged cerebral ventricles.
• Signs of neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia.

MRI brain is also important when following up on previously known changes, or if you need to confirm a finding from other imaging diagnostics. The examination is completely painless and radiation-free.