Advanced Open Abdominal MRI in Houston — Walters Road

Understand the examination

About Open Abdominal MRI

An open abdominal MRI appointment starts with the exact organ and protocol on the doctor’s order. Tell scheduling if it names the liver, kidneys, pancreas or an additional technique. Choosing an open scanner should follow a review of that request. If comfort is the reason for your preference, explain whether the problem is enclosed space, lying flat or following breathing instructions.

For details about the examination itself, see our Abdominal MRI guide. Compare all open MRI examinations at Walters Road.

Checking the abdominal protocol before choosing open MRI

Obtain preparation instructions for this appointment, including any food, drink or contrast requirements. Do not use preparation from a previous abdominal CT or ultrasound. Tell the team about kidney disease, implants and earlier contrast reactions. If the requested abdominal protocol requires another machine, the team can discuss the appropriate Advantis center before confirming the appointment.

Scan Preparation

A doctor’s order is required before your scan. Obtain food, drink and medication instructions for this exact abdominal protocol. Ask whether contrast or recent kidney-function information is needed. Do not borrow fasting instructions from an ultrasound or CT appointment, and clarify anything you cannot follow before the scan day.

Organ-specific requests and breathing instructions

Share the complete abdominal order, including liver, pancreas, kidney, MRCP or enterography wording. These details influence protocol review and preparation. If you previously struggled to follow breathing instructions, tell the team so they can explain what your particular study requires before selecting the appointment.

MRI safety and your appointment

Open MRI still requires safety screening. Tell the team about implants, metal, possible pregnancy, kidney conditions and previous contrast reactions. Follow the preparation instructions for your appointment.

During your open MRI

The technologist explains the breathing directions used for your abdominal images. Follow each instruction as given and say if it is difficult. An open design changes the surrounding space but does not eliminate breathing-related movement.

Imaging Results & Reports

Your radiologist’s report goes to the ordering clinician, who will explain the findings and next steps. Contact our records team for copies of your images or report.