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I'm already fused from l2 thru s1 with rods, bone grafts and two cages. with all the metal i can't have a mri?

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Not true always: You have to speak to your radiologist , ferrous metals respond to magnetic waves ( MRI ) , Now current techniques titanium is used . You surgeon and radiologist will discuss then make a safe decision , which test could be done safely on you.

Answered 7/29/2015

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