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Does an mri/mra with contrast damage the kidneys?
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Yes: Gadolinium contrast yes been associated with a condition known nephrogenoc systemic sclerosis which is more common in he setting of underlying kidney disease.
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My MRI & MRA scan of brain w/contrast show several areas have very small,round, bright, lighter spots? Is this normal and what causes this? Thank You.
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Can a small brain aneurysm show up on a MRI with contrast? (I didn't get an MRA)
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In ruling in or out cerebral aneurysm is mra study enogh or MRI with and without contrast is also needed with mra for better accuracy?
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In detecting or ruling in or out small 2 to 3 mm brain aneurysm, is a 10 minutes mra without any contrast and MRI accurate test? Is contrast needed?
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Insurance athem does not want to pay for mri/mra with contrast to rule in or out brain aneurysm(s), only 15 minutes mra without/con. What shuld one do
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