Is MRI superior to other imaging techniques (CT-scan, x-ray, etc.)?
Often, yes. MR images can be made from many different angles to give a better view of the tissues in question. MRI can also provide a level of detail that is often difficult to achieve with x-rays or other imaging systems. Because it captures relatively subtle difference in shape and appearance, an MRI image can help your doctor determine which tissues are healthy and which are not. Best of all, you will not be exposed to any radiation when you receive an MRI scan.
