What is an open MRI scanner?
It’s an MRI machine that’s open at the ends and side. This means patients can see and talk with loved ones and technologists at all times. Open MRI isn’t always recommended or available. It’s generally used for patients who are claustrophobic or large, or for young children. It can also be used to guide a needle biopsy. Can people with metal implants be scanned? In general, an MRI scan cannot be done if a persons’ body contains: an implanted electronic device, such as a cardiac pacemaker a metal object that contains iron – the object may be moved out of place by the magnetic force. Let your health care provider know if you have any metal implants. He or she will then determine if you can have an MRI scan. For more information and to make an appointment, call 968-2521.
