Spine MRI
Alternate Names : Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Spine, MRI of the Spine, NMR - Spine, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance - Spine
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How to Prepare for the Test?
Because the strong magnetic fields can displace or disrupt the action of implanted metallic objects, people with the following should not be scanned:
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Cardiac pacemakers. People with implanted pacemakers should not enter the MRI area.
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Inner ear (cochlear) implants
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Brain aneurysm clips
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Certain artificial heart valves
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Older vascular stents
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Recently placed artificial joints
Sheet metal workers, or persons with similar potential exposure to small metal fragments, will first be screened for metal shards within the eyes with X-rays of the skull.
The patient will be asked to sign a consent form confirming that none of the above issues apply before the study will be performed.
A hospital gown may be recommended, or the patient may be allowed to wear clothing without metal fasteners.
Infants and children:
The physical and psychological preparation you can provide for this or any test or procedure depends on your child's age, interests, previous experiences, and level of trust. For specific information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics as they correspond to your child's age:
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