Face and sinuses (incl. nose)
- Inflammation in the sinuses
- Deviated septum
- Growth or a lump
- Before plastic surgery
MRI of the facial skeleton is recommended to detect abnormalities on the face and in sinuses, generating detailed images of the soft tissue, growth, and tumours on the facial skeleton. MRI of the face is often performed as part of surgical planning.
Contrast (dye)
Some symptoms and illnesses can be hard to detect even on a MRI scan and require injection of dye (contrast) before or during the scan.
It is particularly helpful in the following conditions:
- Tumours
- Inflammation
- Blood vessels
- Distinguishing between scar tissue and normal organ tissue
The injection is considered very safe for most and you will complete a safety questionnaire detailing your medical history before. The contrast agent (dye) is Gadolinium based and most of it is removed by your kidneys within the next day.
Read more about Gadolinium contrast dye