Magnetic resonance imaging
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Can MRI related patient anxiety be prevented?
To evaluate the effectivity of a combined intervention of information and communication to reduce magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) anxiety using prolactin and cortisol as biochemical markers and State Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). ⋯ MRI anxiety can be reduced by information and communication. This combined method is shown to be effective and should be used during daily radiology routine.