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Is titanium MRI safe?

Published in MRI Safety 1 min read

Yes, titanium is generally considered MRI safe. Titanium implants are MRI compatible. This means they are unlikely to cause issues during an MRI scan.

MRI Safety and Implants

When considering MRI safety and implants, it's important to distinguish between different materials. According to provided information, titanium implants are MRI compatible.

  • Titanium: Generally safe for MRI.
  • Non-titanium implants: Consult with the MRI safety officer 7 days prior to the procedure to check with the manufacture for conditions that allow safely conducting an MRI scan. This ensures any potential risks are identified and managed.

In cases involving non-titanium implants, the MRI safety officer needs to check with the manufacturer to determine the conditions that allow safely conducting an MRI scan.

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