Magnetic Field Interactions of Copper-Containing Intrauterine Devices in 3.0-Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging: In Vivo Study
Korean Journal of Radiology
;
: 416-422, 2013.
Article
in English
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| ID: wpr-218259
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
An ex vivo study found a copper-containing intrauterine device (IUD) to be safe for women undergoing an MRI examination at a 3.0-T field. No significant artifacts caused by the metallic implant were detected. However, there are still no in vivo data about these concerns. The aim of this study was to evaluate 3.0-T magnetic field interactions of copper-containing IUDs in vivo. MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
Magnetic field interactions and potential adverse events were evaluated in 33 women using a questionnaire-based telephone survey. Two experienced radiologists performed artifact evaluation on MR images of the pelvis.RESULTS:
Eighteen patients were eligible for the survey. One patient reported a dislocation of the IUD after the MR examination. All other patients had no signs of field interactions. No IUD-related artifacts were found.CONCLUSION:
MRI at 3.0-T is possible for women with copper-containing IUDs. However, consulting a gynecologist to check the correct position of the IUD and exclude complications after an MR examination is highly recommended. High-quality clinical imaging of the female pelvis can be performed without a loss in image quality.
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Index:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Pelvis
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Artifacts
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Copper
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Magnetic Fields
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Hot Temperature
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Intrauterine Devices, Copper
Limits:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Korean Journal of Radiology
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
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