Having an MRI Scan

Since the formation of The Leeds Children’s Hospital, the majority of Paediatric Imaging Services are now delivered from a dedicated Children’s Xray Department in Clarendon Wing, LGI which provides plain radiography, ultrasound, fluoroscopy and some interventional services.

Paediatric MRI is provided within the general MRI department in Clarendon Wing and CT and complex radiological interventional procedures are provided from the adjacent Jubilee Wing Xray Department. Nuclear Medicine, some outpatient plain film radiography and plain radiography and ultrasound to support the neonatal unit continue to be provided at SJUH site.

A variety of imaging modalities are available for both in patients and out patients.

Having an MRI Scan

Watch the short, child-friendly video below which explains to kids and their families everything they need to know about having an awake MRI scan.