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MRI – magnetic resonance imaging

Reading time approx. 1 minute Published: January 1, 1992 Publication type:

SBU Assessment

Presents a comprehensive, systematic assessment of available scientific evidence for effects on health, social welfare or disability. Full assessments include economic, social and ethical impact analyses. Assessment teams include professional practitioners and academics. Before publication the report is reviewed by external experts, and scientific conclusions approved by the SBU Board of Directors.

Purpose of Assessment

To evaluate the evidence relating to the use, costs, and effectiveness of MRI.

Methods

Systematic review, cost analysis.

Primary Data Collection

Survey of all hospitals to determine number and type of MRI units in Sweden.

Review process for the publication

Internal review by project group, SBU Board and SBU Expert Group. Additional external review by experts in the field.

Content of Report

The first MRI was installed in Sweden in 1984, and by 1992, almost 20 hospitals had acquired MRI. MRI has diffused more slowly in Sweden than in some other countries, but within a few years, between 30 and 40 hospitals in Sweden plan to have access to this technology. The annual operational and capital cost for each unit in Sweden is currently between 3–7 million SEK.

How to cite this report: SBU. MRI – magnetic resonance imaging. Stockholm: Swedish Council on Health Technology Assessment in Health Care (SBU); 1992. SBU report no 114 (in Swedish).

Page published January 1, 1992