Re: Is it possible to have an MRI whilst in a cast?

[Guest guest]

I don't think it is, because the cast has metal staples in it which interfere

with the magnets in the MRI. I could be wrong, but I think that is why you

can't do an MRI with an EDF cast.

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> Subject: Is it possible to have an MRI whilst in a cast?

> To: infantile_scoliosis

> Date: Thursday, April 2, 2009, 4:06 AM

> I know it is usually done out of a cast but just wondered if

> any of you have had it done whilst your little on is wearing

> a jacket or if you know if this can be done Please? Our

> consultant is supposed to be looking into it but he has gone

> very quiet again on the communicatioin front.

>

> thanks in advance,

> Sue