Advanced Open Pelvic MRI in Houston — Walters Road

Understand the examination

About Open Pelvic MRI

When requesting an open pelvic MRI, read the complete order to the Walters Road team. Pelvic studies can address different clinical questions and need different protocols. An examination of the pelvic bones or soft tissues should not be substituted for a dedicated prostate study. Describe your comfort needs alongside the order so scanner suitability and positioning can be reviewed together.

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

Specify the pelvic examination on your order

Tell scheduling about pelvic or hip surgery, implanted devices and any difficulty lying still. Obtain the preparation and contrast instructions for the actual protocol. Advantis’s dedicated prostate MRI is arranged at Dickinson rather than on the Walters Road open scanner. If your order is unclear, have the referring office clarify it before choosing the examination in the booking form.

Scan Preparation

A doctor’s order is required before your scan. Ask for preparation tailored to the pelvic protocol, including any bladder, food, drink or contrast instructions. Tell the team about pelvic surgery, hip implants and movement limits. If the referral names the prostate, request the dedicated Dickinson appointment instead.

Pelvic soft tissues, bones and dedicated organ studies

Pelvis is a region, not one interchangeable MRI protocol. Have scheduling review the clinical question and full examination name on your referral. A dedicated hip study and a prostate MRI should not be booked by selecting a general pelvic examination. Confirm the appropriate scanner before making travel arrangements.

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 receiver and positioning are arranged for the requested pelvic images. Discuss hip stiffness or discomfort while lying down before the scan begins. Follow the technologist’s directions for keeping the pelvis steady during the image sets.

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.