{"id":3875,"date":"2026-06-30T11:14:58","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T09:14:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/avicenna-medical-center.borgmeier.media\/diagnostic-radiology\/mrt-angiographie\/"},"modified":"2026-08-21T08:28:48","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T06:28:48","slug":"mri-angiography","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/avicenna-medical-center.borgmeier.media\/en\/diagnostic-radiology\/mri-angiography\/","title":{"rendered":"MRI angiography"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<h1>What is MR angiography?<\/h1>\n<div>MRI angiography (MRA for short) is a specialized form of magnetic resonance imaging. It is used to visualize blood vessels without the need for surgery.<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"#kontaktformular\">Make an appointment<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_1336426811.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h2>\nWhat is special about MRI angiography?<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>While a conventional MRI primarily images bones, muscles, tendons, or organs, MR angiography specifically targets arteries and veins. This allows for the early diagnosis of narrowing of blood vessels, bulges (aneurysms), blockages, or other abnormalities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><p>\n        <a href=\"tel:+493089580730\">Make an appointment<\/a>\n    <\/p>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2>How does an MRA work?<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>The examination uses the same technology as a standard MRI and relies on strong magnetic fields and radio waves. Depending on the specific purpose of the examination, it may be performed with or without a contrast agent. In many cases, the contrast agent improves the visualization of blood vessels, but it is not always necessary.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>When is an MR angiography used?<\/h2>\n<div>MRA is used, among other things, for:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Medical_Center_Arrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<div>Suspected vascular narrowing<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Medical_Center_Arrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<div>Circulatory disorders<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Medical_Center_Arrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<div>Vascular occlusions<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Medical_Center_Arrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<div>Aneurysms<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Medical_Center_Arrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<div>Vascular malformations<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Medical_Center_Arrow.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<div>Preparation for or follow-up after vascular surgery<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>It can also provide important clues in cases of unclear symptoms such as dizziness or certain neurological symptoms.<\/div>\n<p><p>\n        <a href=\"#kontaktformular\"> Get in touch now<\/a>\n    <\/p>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2>What are the benefits of an MR angiography?<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>Unlike traditional catheter angiography, MRA does not require a catheter to be inserted into a blood vessel. The procedure is performed externally, is therefore noninvasive, and does not involve X-rays.<\/p>\n<p>Other advantages include:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Design_Avicenna_Medical_Center_Icon_Neurochirurgie.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>High-resolution image of blood vessels<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Design-Avicenna-Medical-Center_Icon_Radiologie.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Can often be performed without contrast agents<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Design_Avicenna_Medical_Center_Icon_Neurochirurgie.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Early detection of vascular diseases<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Design-Avicenna-Medical-Center_Icon_Radiologie.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>A gentle and comfortable examination<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>Are there any differences compared to CT angiography?<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>Yes, CT angiography uses X-rays and almost always requires an iodine-based contrast agent. MRI angiography, on the other hand, does not use X-rays and is particularly well-suited for evaluating the neck, brain, and blood vessels. 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