Magnetic Resonance Imaging Patient Positioning

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Proper patient positioning is essential for accurate diagnosis with all imaging modalities. In magnetic resonance imaging, patient positioning is vital to obtain good quality and, ultimately, an appropriate diagnosis. However, there are numerous approaches for patient positioning concerning anatomical reference and/or pathology. It is essential to be aware of 'coils,' which are accessories within the MRI with variable sizes and properties designed to transmit and receive signals from the regions of interest.