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How quickly after knee op can i get mri?

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Dr. Stacy Yamasaki answered

Specializes in Radiology

Talk to doctor: talk to your doctor. you can get an mri right away if needed, but it depends on what your doctor is worried about. mri after surgery is often not helpful as surgery itself can make the images look abnormal.

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Answered 12/23/2014

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