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Can someone with a harrington rod?undergo ?an mri scan?

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No: Anyone with metal in their body cannot have mris.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 8/26/2012

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Yes: Harrington rods are considered MRI compatible.

Answered 6/3/2019

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Mri: Some metals are MRI compatible. Check with your orthopedic surgeon or radiologist.

Answered 6/10/2014

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