MRI scan

[Golf7cyclex]

can I have a MRI scan as I have a stent in a artery?

[Tos92]

I believe it’s safe to have an MRI with a stent in. This NHS leaflet has some more information on it.

jpaget.nhs.uk/media/519895/...

I highly doubt you would’ve been offered one if there was an issue with it as the doctors have your medical history to hand. You can always go back to the department and ask them to clarify.

All the best.

Tos

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Tos92]

Thanks for the info 👍

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Golf7cyclex]

Thank you

[look585]

I’ve had an MRI since getting stents.

[Sljp0000]

I've got 4 stents and sternum wires and have had numerous MRIs. The only thing I've been told I must remove is my Free Style Libre for my diabetes.

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Sljp0000]

Thank you

[Rachmaninov2]

I had an MRI very recently, I spoke to the radiographer who assured me that as the stent had only been fitted 7 months ago it would be perfectly safe. It seems to depend on when the stent was fitted and what metal it’s made of.

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Rachmaninov2]

Thank you

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Rachmaninov2]

thank you

[iansHealth1]

I’ve got a stent and have had three MRI’s since it was fitted.

No side-effects…

[Golf7cyclex in reply to iansHealth1]

Thank you

[Alison_L]

Yes, but make sure you mention it to the techs, before you go in the machine, otherwise they get upset lol

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Alison_L]

Thanks

[Truffles2]

When you go for your MRI the radiographer will give you a safety questionnaire, which will ask questions like have you got any implants etc. if they feel it is unsafe for you to go ahead with the MRI they will not do it. With stents I believe it depends on what they are made of. Since having aCABG x3 and appendage clip I have safely had an MRI but they did check what the appendage clip was made of before proceeding.

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Truffles2]

Thank you

[Hullensian]

My husband has a stent and has been OK with MRI's. However, his Rolex watch threw a wobbler, so would recommend you remove your watch, whatever brand.

[Golf7cyclex in reply to Hullensian]

Thank you

[Kwakkers]

Think so. When having my scan I do recall stating I had a new (metal)hip. A voice said "put him in the other way, haha." Things have probably improved in thr last 50 years, haha.