Thread: can fusion hardware block mri and ct scan
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Old 07-26-2010, 08:39 AM
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He should be able to have a CT scan with this hardware in him, but he cannot have an MRI. Ask his doctor to schedule this for him, and then he'll be able to see what's going on. At CT scan is probably better than an MRI anyway. I'm so sorry your poor father is suffering so. Aren't they giving him any pain meds?? If not, shame on them!!! He should be able to take SOMETHING!!! Please let us know how things come out ~ I for one would really like to know. God bless. Hugs, Lee
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