Frequently asked questions

For computed tomography (CT) examinations, there are no special preparations required for most exams. If any special preparations are necessary, we will inform you during appointment scheduling.

Radiation is used in every X-ray examination. However, with today's equipment, the radiation exposure has been significantly reduced. In addition, our specially trained team ensures the minimal radiation dosage.

No special preparation is required for nuclear medicine examinations. For most exams, you do not need to fast and can take your medication as usual. Important exceptions are for the heart, digestive system, and kidneys. The necessary preparation for these cases will be explained when you register for the exam.

As with any X-ray examination, radiation is used in mammography. We continuously work to keep this exposure as low as possible.

For magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations, there should generally be no metal parts in your body. There are several exceptions to this rule. Please inform us of any metallic objects or implanted electronic devices in your body when scheduling your examination.

During the examination, weaker magnetic fields (called gradients) and radio waves are switched on and off in rapid succession, causing the noises. On our newest MRI scanners, we can use Quiet-examination protocols if needed. These protocols allow for a significantly quieter examination for patients with claustrophobia and children, with a slightly extended examination time and slightly reduced image quality. The volume of the typical "knocking and thumping" during the examination is reduced by 20 to 30 percent.

In cases of medical necessity, we use almost exclusively macrocyclic MRI contrast agents of the highest safety level. These are considered safe according to strict EU guidelines.

In cases of medical necessity, we use contrast agents for better imaging. These contrast agents are barium or iodine-based and may rarely cause allergic reactions. However, you will be informed in detail about this on the day of the examination.

For examinations using Dual Energy Computed Tomography (CT), there are no special preparations required for most exams. If any special preparations are necessary, we will inform you during appointment scheduling.

In contrast to MRI, during CT you are continuously moved through a very wide and short opening. We are not aware of any cases of claustrophobia in this context.