MRI (Myelography) Myelogram - Test, Procedure & Cost

MRI Myelogram is an imaging test to take a detailed image of the spinal cord, nerve roots, subarachnoid space, and spinal column. It includes inserting a spinal needle into the spinal canal and injecting contrast material into the subarachnoid area. It is also known as MRI Myelography.

Why is MRI Myelogram Done?

• The most frequent use of MRI myelogram is to identify anomalies in the spinal cord, spinal canal, spinal nerve roots, and blood vessels supplying the spinal cord.
• It is used to demonstrate whether a herniated intervertebral disc between the following vertebral bodies is squeezing the spinal cord or nerve roots.
• To illustrate spinal stenosis is a disorder that frequently results from the deterioration of the bones and soft tissues around the spinal canal. Due to the growth of bony spurs (osteophytes) and the thickening of the surrounding ligaments, the spinal canal becomes smaller as the surrounding tissues become larger in this disorder.

What is the procedure for MRI Myelogram?

MRI Radiologist will explain the procedure for MRI Myelogram

Risks

No risks are involved in the procedure of an MRI Myelogram.

Cost of MRI Myelogram

The cost of an MRI Myelogram near me in Delhi ranges from INR 7000 to INR 9000.