MRI Fistulogram

An MRI Fistulogram test is an imaging technique performed on the patients undergoing surgery related to anal, anovaginal, or rectovaginal fitulus issues.

Why done?

The MRI Fistulogram test is necessary to scan and detect the present situation of your anal fistula. It even helps to determine the associated abseccess along with the appropriate surgery required as per the seriousness of the issue. 

Procedure

The procedure for an MRI fistulogram involves the scanning of the body part which is to be examined. If the fistulas are not scanned properly, the patients are asked to pass the stool. After which the scanning is repeated and the parts are examined. 

How one is prepared for the test?

A patient must be open with the technologist about the past medical histories. Additionally, one should not carry the implanted medical devices along with them to the MRI scan room. Along with this, no electrical and magnetic equipments are to be removed from the patient’s body. 

Required documents

• Doctor's prescription slip
• Documents related to medical history
• Any valid ID proof for verification

After Care:

The test do not have any such after care precautions until and unless you are given any sort of sedation. And if you are on a sedation, you need to follow the recovery period as per the prescription provided by the doctor.

Cost of MRI Fistulogram

This test costs around Rs.8000-9000/-. Reach certified diagnostic centre like Ganesh Diagnostic as early as possible for best results.