Had a patent ductus repair in sept of 1980 no records of metal used. Hospital did MRI anyway. Is it possible it damaged my heart.
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Had a patent ductus repair in sept of 1980 no records of metal used. Hospital did MRI anyway. Is it possible it damaged my heart.
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Dr. Paxton Daniel
Radiology
In brief: Highly unlikely
Even if a stainless steel clip was used these are only slightly impacted by the magnetic fields commonly used in MRI today.
In addition, the length of time (30 years) further supports a stabilized position of the clip. You should have had no negative effects of the mri.
In brief: Highly unlikely
Even if a stainless steel clip was used these are only slightly impacted by the magnetic fields commonly used in MRI today.
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