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Mri or ct?which method is more safe for evaluating pulling pain in lower abdomen?

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Dr. Joseph Accurso answered

Specializes in Radiology

MRI prob better: Mri is better for defining abnormalities in soft tissues, and uses on ionizing radiation, so it is safer. Of course, you want the test that will provide you and your doctor the answer to your problem, if possible.

Answered 6/17/2013

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