Psychological Problems Experienced by Patients Undergoing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Abstract

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become a standard procedure for the diagnoses of central nervous system and musculo-skeletal system disorders. (MRI) is helpful in diagnosing abnormalities in all tissues, and especially of the nervous tissue, heart and muscles. The peculiar environment, i.e. a small-sized tube, in which the patient has to remain virtually motionless for a long time as well as the loud noise accompanying the producer, the limitation of movement, noise or vibrations generated by the device and a closed chamber cause feeling of anxiety fear, and claustrophobia. Therefore, it is hoped that, data generated from this study could help in shading light on the psychological problems experienced by patients undergoing (MRI) producer and help the patients overcome them.