Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Of The Shoulder: Results
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Results
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test done with a large machine that uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy to make pictures of the shoulder.
The radiologist may discuss preliminary results of the MRI with you right after the test. Complete results are usually available for your health professional in 1 to 2 days.
An MRI scan can sometimes find a problem in a tissue or organ, even when the size and shape of the tissue or organ looks normal.
| Normal: | The muscles, tendons, bones, and joints look normal in size, shape, and location. |
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No growths, such as tumors, are present. | |
No cartilage problems or tears, broken bones (fractures), or loose bodies are present. | |
No rotator cuff injury or tear is present. | |
No signs of inflammation or infection are present. | |
| Abnormal: | A growth, such as a tumor, inflammation, or infection in the bone or joint is present. |
A collection of fluid is found, which could mean you have an infection. | |
Joint damage is present and bones may show signs of disease or fracture. |
| Last updated: | April 10, 2007 |
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| Author: | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS |
| Reviewed By: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine, Paul D. Traughber, MD - Radiology |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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