Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is generally contraindicated in patients with pacemakers. However, in February 2011, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the Revo MRI SureScan Pacing System, which is the first cardiac pacemaker designed to be used safely during MRI examinations.
Meditronic manufactures the same. This is available in India and is being used by Cardiologists
So next time , we refuse a case, ask "is it MR Safe"? By Dr MGK Murthy.
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