Building a new MRI suite is a major undertaking. Many safety factors are involved:Containment measures for the magnetic fieldProtection of personnel and equipment (Ferrous Metal Detection devices)Attenuation of radio-frequency disturbances to protect MRI...
With Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) systems constantly evolving, MRI facility planning offers challenging opportunities for creativity and innovation. MRI siting decisions can “make or break” a project in terms of cost, time and potential patient...
Don’t Gamble: 6 Things You Need to Know When Budgeting Your MRI InstallationSo you’ve decided to upgrade your MRI equipment. Before you start narrowing down the specifications for your new MRI machine, make sure you understand how your new equipment will affect both...
With MR scanners costing six and sometimes seven figures, they’re a huge investment for a healthcare facility. In addition to the scanner itself, there are other associated expenses—including the cost of shielding for magnetic field containment and radio frequency...
The architect’s role in planning for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) suites is ever expanding. It is well known that MRI suites must address significant, and growing, challenges that are created by a number of adverse events, unique to this modality. Acoustic noise,...