‘Amazing’ toy scanner eases children’s MRI anxiety

• A miniature MRI scanner toy allows children to familiarize themselves with the machine's appearance and sounds before undergoing actual scanning, potentially reducing procedural anxiety
• Early exposure through play-based preparation may improve cooperation during real MRI procedures and reduce the need for sedation in paediatric patients
• This simple, cost-effective intervention represents a practical addition to pre-MRI preparation protocols in hospitals serving children

Children can test the new miniature replica of an MRI machine on different toys.

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