Goretex insert in nose. Safe to take MRI screening?

October 16, 2014
Asked By:andee77 in Lynnwood, WA

I had coretex put into nose about 5 yrs ago. I need to take MRI screening next week for my neck nerve issue. But I am not sure if Coretex insert is safe to go under MRI screening or not.

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October 19, 2014

Answer: Having an MRI with a Gortex nasal implant

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October 19, 2014

Answer: Having an MRI with a Gortex nasal implant

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December 29, 2014

Answer: Gortex and MRI

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December 29, 2014

Answer: Gortex and MRI

October 20, 2014

Answer: Safe

October 20, 2014

Answer: Safe

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Answer: Safety of GoreTex

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