MRI for Multiple Myeloma is a specialized MRI examination that provides detailed imaging of the bone marrow and skeletal system to detect myeloma-related marrow infiltration, focal lesions, plasmacytomas, and related complications, supporting accurate diagnosis, disease assessment, and clinical management.
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Yes. MRI is highly sensitive for detecting abnormal bone marrow infiltration and can identify marrow abnormalities even when conventional X-rays may not show obvious bone destruction.
Yes. MRI can identify focal marrow lesions and other skeletal abnormalities associated with multiple myeloma and help determine their distribution.
MRI may be recommended for patients with suspected or confirmed multiple myeloma, unexplained bone or back pain, abnormal blood or urine test results, or other findings that require assessment of bone marrow involvement.
Preparation depends on the protocol. Inform the MRI team about metallic implants, pacemakers, kidney disease, previous contrast reactions, pregnancy or possible pregnancy, and other implanted medical devices. Follow any specific fasting or preparation instructions provided.
Depending on the findings, your doctor may recommend blood or urine tests, CT, PET-CT, bone marrow examination, X-rays, or additional MRI, along with consultation with a hematologist or oncologist.