Concierge imaging · London
Private pelvic MRI in London, read by a consultant radiologist.
General pelvic imaging - bones, joints, muscles and soft tissue. We match you to a vetted London clinic, handle the booking, and stay with you through the consultant report. (For endometriosis, fibroids or ovarian assessment, see our women’s pelvic MRI.)
Why patients choose us
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One clinician throughout
You deal with the same person from first message to the final pelvic report.
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Impartial and free
We accept nothing from clinics, so the recommendation is yours alone - at no cost.
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A vetted London network
A small panel of centres, re-checked every six months on scanners and reporting.
Indicative pricing
What a pelvic MRI actually costs in London.
Indicative ranges across our partner clinics. Send the details and we quote firm figures across two or three options.
In short
A standard pelvic MRI in our network: £300-£600, reported in 24-72 hours.
| Scan type | Indicative range | Typical duration | Report turnaround |
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| Pelvis MRI (standard, without contrast) | £300–£600 | 25–40 min | 24–72 hrs |
| Pelvis MRI with contrast (gadolinium) | £450–£850 | 40–60 min | 48–72 hrs |
| Hip & pelvis combined | £450–£800 | 40–60 min | 24–72 hrs |
| Soft-tissue / mass characterisation | £450–£900 | 40–60 min | 48–72 hrs |
| Sacroiliac joint protocol | £350–£650 | 30–45 min | 24–72 hrs |
| Dynamic MRI for a suspected hernia | Quoted case by case | Varies | 48–72 hrs |
Prices vary by clinic, time of day, scanner field strength (1.5T vs 3T), and whether a contrast arthrogram is used. We come back with a firm quote within one working day.
The problem
The pelvis holds bone, joint and soft tissue in a small space.
Pelvic pain can come from the bones, the sacroiliac joints, muscle, or a soft-tissue mass. The right protocol, a good scanner and a consultant radiologist reading it are what turn a scan into an answer. We handle all three.
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Not sure if you need one?
We will say honestly - sometimes an ultrasound or a specialist review is the better first step.
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General or gynae imaging?
This page is general pelvic imaging. For endometriosis, fibroids or ovarian questions we route you to women’s pelvic MRI.
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Not sure who reads it?
We route to clinics where a consultant radiologist reports the study.
The journey
From enquiry to report - what happens, in order.
One concierge from enquiry to report - usually inside a week.
Phase 1 · Before your scan
Concierge, off-stage for you
Phase 2 · On the day
~30 minutes at the clinic
Phase 3 · After
Concierge, back on
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Before
You tell us what is going on
A short, confidential form. Symptoms, timeline, referral or insurer if you have them.
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Before
We come back with a recommendation
Within one working day: which protocol, which clinic, indicative price. If a scan is not the right step, we say so.
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Before
We arrange the appointment
Often same or next day, including evenings and Saturdays. Insurer pre-authorisation handled.
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On the day
Arrival and safety check
Change into shorts or a gown, remove anything metallic. We have pre-completed the safety questionnaire.
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On the day
In the scanner
25-40 minutes. You lie still on your back while the scanner images the pelvis. Wide-bore options are available.
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On the day
Straight home
No recovery time. Drive, eat and work as normal.
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After
Report and next steps
Consultant radiologist report in 24-72 hours. We route it to your GP or specialist.
Typical end-to-end: 3-7 days. Urgent cases: same day.
What it shows
Find the reason that matches your symptom.
Pelvic pain has many sources - bone, joint, muscle and soft tissue. These are the questions a pelvic MRI settles most.
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Pelvic & hip-bone problems
Images the pelvic ring and hip bones for stress fractures, bone-marrow change and unexplained pain.
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Sacroiliac joint & inflammation
The key test for sacroiliitis and inflammatory back and buttock pain.
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Soft-tissue masses & lumps
Detects and characterises masses in the pelvis, and helps tell benign from suspicious.
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Muscle & groin injuries
Assesses the hip and groin muscles behind sports injuries and chronic groin pain.
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Hernias & wall defects
Dynamic imaging can show a sportsman’s hernia or wall defect that is hard to feel.
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Nerve-related & referred pain
Helps trace pelvic and buttock pain to a nerve, joint or the lower spine.
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Lymph nodes & staging support
Assesses pelvic lymph nodes and supports staging alongside your specialist team.
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Post-surgery review
Assesses the result of previous pelvic surgery and looks for a new or recurrent problem.
Pelvic MRI types
Not all pelvic scans are the same.
What each option on your referral is actually for.
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Standard pelvic MRI
Images the pelvic bones, joints, muscles and soft tissue. No injection needed.
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Pelvic MRI with contrast
A gadolinium injection to characterise a mass, inflammation or infection.
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Sacroiliac joint protocol
Focused sequences on the SI joints for suspected sacroiliitis and inflammatory pain.
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Soft-tissue mass protocol
Tailored to define a lump - its origin, extent and likely nature.
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Hip & pelvis combined
Covers the pelvis and both hips in one visit when the source of pain is unclear.
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Dynamic hernia MRI
Imaging with strain to reveal a sportsman’s hernia or wall defect.
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Post-operative pelvis
Tailored to assess previous pelvic surgery and separate it from a new problem.
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3T high-resolution
A stronger magnet for sharper detail of small pelvic structures.
Our vetted London network
A small panel of clinics, we picked them.
Partners across central, north, west and south London. Not listed publicly - introductions are made privately, once we understand your case.
Selection criteria
How we choose every clinic in our network.
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CQC-registered, with a current good or outstanding rating
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Pelvic studies read by a consultant radiologist, not a generalist
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Modern 3T or wide-bore 1.5T scanners across the panel
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A report turnaround under 72 hours as standard
Safety and eligibility
One of the safest tests in medicine.
A few situations need a specific check before a pelvic scan. We handle them before you arrive.
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Pacemakers, defibrillators, neurostimulators
Many modern devices are MR-conditional. We check the model before booking.
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Hip replacements and pelvic metalwork
Almost always MRI-safe. They may cause local artefact but rarely a safety concern.
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Aneurysm clips and vascular coils
Model and date of insertion matter. We need this from your hospital.
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Metal fragments (eye, shrapnel)
May need a prior orbit X-ray. We arrange this where required.
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Claustrophobia
A pelvic scan places you near the centre of the bore. Wide-bore and open options exist, and we can arrange mild sedation.
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Dental work, tattoos, coils
Almost always fine. Iron-based tattoo ink may warm slightly - tell the radiographer.
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Pregnancy
No ionising radiation. Generally safe, particularly after the first trimester. Contrast avoided unless essential.
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Kidney function
A recent eGFR is needed if a contrast arthrogram is planned.
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Weight and size
Most scanners accommodate up to 200 kg. Wide-bore options for larger patients.
Reading your report
A pelvic report can look intimidating. It isn't.
Almost every pelvic report is built the same way - four parts, in order.
A quiet reminder
It is written for your doctor, not for you - and that is fine.
If you would like us to talk you through it before your follow-up, just ask.
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Your details and the question
Your details, the scan performed, and the clinical question behind the referral.
- 02 Technique
How the scan was done
Which sequences were used (T1, T2, STIR, and diffusion where needed). Each highlights tissue differently.
- 03 Findings
What the radiologist saw
A structured description of the pelvic bones, joints, soft tissues and organs, including any incidental findings.
- 04 Impression
The conclusion: read this first
The conclusion in brief - read this first. Your specialist discusses it in context.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Cover differs by policy and clinic, and we confirm with your insurer before booking.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about pelvic MRI.
Quick answers on cost, referrals, contrast, claustrophobia and results.
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What can a pelvic MRI show?
The pelvic bones and hips, the sacroiliac joints, muscles and groin, soft-tissue masses and lumps, hernias, lymph nodes and the result of previous surgery. For gynaecological questions, see our women’s pelvic MRI page.
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How much does a private pelvic MRI cost in London?
A standard pelvic MRI is typically £300-£600 in our network. Adding contrast, combining with the hips or characterising a mass costs more. We confirm a firm figure within one working day.
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Is this the same as a women’s pelvic MRI?
Not quite. This page covers general pelvic imaging - bones, joints and soft tissue. For endometriosis, fibroids or ovarian assessment, our women’s pelvic MRI page is the right one, and we can route you there.
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Do I need a referral for a pelvic MRI?
Many pelvic MRIs accept self-referral, but some protocols and any contrast study are safer with a letter. We can arrange a fast-track private GP if needed.
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Will I need contrast (an injection)?
Not for most routine pelvic scans. Contrast is added mainly to characterise a mass, or when infection or inflammation is suspected. We explain in advance if it is likely.
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How long does a pelvic MRI take?
Most pelvic scans take about 25-40 minutes. Adding contrast or combining regions extends it. You lie still on your back throughout.
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Can I have a pelvic MRI if I am claustrophobic?
Yes - tell us and we can route you to a wide-bore or open MRI, offer music and an eye mask, or arrange a mild sedative. A pelvic scan places you near the centre of the bore.
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How quickly will I get the results?
A consultant radiologist report is usually ready in 24-72 hours. With your consent we send it and the images to your GP or specialist.
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Will my insurance cover a pelvic MRI?
Most policies cover pelvic MRI when clinically indicated and pre-authorised. Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, WPA, Cigna and Healix recognise us, and we handle the pre-authorisation.
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Is a pelvic MRI safe?
It is one of the safest tests in medicine - no ionising radiation. The main checks are for certain metal implants, which we confirm before you arrive.