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Diagnosis & tests

Preparing for your prostate MRI

Practical information to help you know what to expect before a prostate MRI and what to check with the imaging team.

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About this video: presented by a digital avatar and voice of Professor Ilie, created with his consent. The clinical content was reviewed and approved before the video was produced.

What this resource covers

  • What to check before the appointment
  • What usually happens around the scan
  • How to prepare questions if any instructions are unclear
General information only.

This resource cannot take account of your individual medical history, examination findings or test results. Discuss decisions about your own care with your healthcare team.

Questions after watching?

Write down the points that are unclear and take them to your GP, specialist, radiology team or other healthcare professional involved in your care.

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