MRI Left Brachial Plexus

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Understanding MRI Left Brachial Plexus

What is MRI Left Brachial Plexus?

A Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Left Brachial Plexus creates a picture of the junction network of nerves (provides nerves connected to the knee, thigh, abdomen, calves, back, and groin) and its surrounding soft tissues.

This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose the cancer growth, and to detect pain, numbness, paralysis in the lower back and leg.

What is MRI Left Brachial Plexus used for?

To diagnose the cancer growth which can destroy the lumbar plexus
To detect neuralgic amyotrophy (sudden malfunction of the brachial plexus due to swelling)
To find out carcinomatous neuropathy which is congenital or by birth defects
To detect pain, numbness, paralysis in the lower back and leg
To investigate femoral neuropathy (damaged peripheral nerve of femur) due to trauma (accident) or abdominal surgery

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