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I have a choice, mra or ct for aortic aneurysm?

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Dr. Payam Mehranpour answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Both good: Both are very good studies. Follow your doctor's advice. In comparison, ct is associated with radiation but mra is not.

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Answered 5/29/2019

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Either; Prob CT: For this, either can be done. Ct is much more common, and less time during testing. Mri does not use iodinated contrast and no radiation, so may be preferable in certain situations.

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Answered 5/5/2015

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