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MRI safety and devices: An update and expert consensus. Journal of magnetic resonance imaging : JMRI Jabehdar Maralani, P. n., Schieda, N. n., Hecht, E. M., Litt, H. n., Hindman, N. n., Heyn, C. n., Davenport, M. S., Zaharchuk, G. n., Hess, C. P., Weinreb, J. n. 2019

Abstract

The use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is increasing globally, and MRI safety issues regarding medical devices, which are constantly being developed or upgraded, represent an ongoing challenge for MRI personnel. To assist the MRI community, a panel of 10 radiologists with expertise in MRI safety from nine high-volume academic centers formed, with the objective of providing clarity on some of the MRI safety issues for the 10 most frequently questioned devices. Ten device categories were identified. The panel reviewed the literature, including key MRI safety issues regarding screening and adverse event reports, in addition to the manufacturer's Instructions For Use. Using a Delphi-inspired method, 36 practical recommendations were generated with 100% consensus that can aid the clinical MRI community. Level of Evidence: 5 Technical Efficacy Stage: 5 J. Magn. Reson. Imaging 2019.

View details for DOI 10.1002/jmri.26909

View details for PubMedID 31566852