Because of the strong magnetic field used during the exam, certain conditions may prevent you from having a MR procedure. When scheduling your appointment and prior to your exam, please alert our staff and technologist to the following conditions that may apply to you. The radiology staff will let then let you know whether you can have the MRI exam and whether the exam needs to be modified for your particular condition.
Pacemaker
Pregnancy
Claustrophobia
History of kidney problems
Skin tattoos
Neurostimulators (TENS-unit)
Implanted drug infusion device (i.e., insulin pump)
Exposure of metal fragments to your eye
Artificial heart valves
Aneurysm clips
Cochlear implants
Metallic implants and prosthesis
Vascular stent or stent graft
History as a metal worker
Shrapnel or bullet wounds
Dorsal column stimulators
Allergy to iodine, or gadolinium
History of diabetes
Other conditions you believe to be relevant