Safe to have MRI soon after stents?

[Alessandra1949]

I’m having an urgent MRI three weeks after placement of four stents. Is it safe? I’ve read some alarming reports of stents being dislodged.

[DiscoDarth]

Morning, I had 3 stents and an MRI about 3/4 weeks after and was fine. They wouldn’t or shouldn’t do the scan if they thought you would be at risk. Way I see it - it’s worth doing it as it’s the best way to view what’s really going on. Hope it goes well, I struggled a bit with enclosed spaces but made it through.

[Alessandra1949 in reply to DiscoDarth]

Thanks very much for the reassurance!

[MichaelJH Heart Star]

You should be fine. Just make sure the staff are aware. The technology has improved over the years and weaker magnetic fields are used. The problem with Dr Google is it drags up out of date information (i.e. rubbish).

[Alessandra1949 in reply to MichaelJH]

I'm quite good usually about selecting which bits of Google to read, but got a little stressed last night - so thanks very much.

[Saltwaterman]

Hi, I too have had MRI scans with 3 stents in, wasn't a problem at all. They wouldn't do a scan without a need to assess you, so it is a positive step in your care and recovery journey. It's good you're being looked after. Good luck with everything.

[Alessandra1949 in reply to Saltwaterman]

Thank you so much. I shall stop worrying right now!

[Prada47]

No problem with MRI after having stents and also wired back together sternum !!!

Stay Well and Stay Safe

[Alessandra1949]

Thanks, Prada47. I'm now reassured! Wired sternum - wow!

[Qualipop]

I had an MRI less than a week after HA and stents

[Alessandra1949 in reply to Qualipop]

Thanks very much. Everyone's been very reassuring. This is a great website, so helpful.