Absoulte C/I: implanted electronic devices (pacemakers, AICDs, electrical stimulator for nerves or bones); Swan Ganz cath, metallic fragments in the eye, ear implants, wt. exceeding 320 lbs
Potential C/I to MR:
- Has the pt ever done any welding/grinding or drilling of metal?
- Any surgical clips, staples, wires, or sutures?
- Cerebral aneurysm clips?
- Metallic implants, prosthesis (stents, coils, IVC filters, penile prosthesis, hip replacement, metal shank for false eye, mesh, hear valve replacements, mediport, etc)?
- Difficulty laying flat?
- Claustrophobia?
- Abdomen girth that exceeds 21 inch diameter?