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I had a sah and had numerous mris with gadolinium contrast. i have heard recent reports that gadolinium isn't expelled as believed. do i need to worry?
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You should be safe if your kidney function is normal or almost normal.
Answered 7/11/2022
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In view of your history, the studies are warranted and the Gadolinium risks can be minimal if renal function is normal. Some aneurysm patients have poly cystic kidney disease so ask your doctors about this
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