Neurostimulators, commonly used to relieve spine pain, often render full-body MRI scans unsafe. The stimulators could be damaged by the MRI’s magnets. Medtronic’s stimulator contains a programming feature to eliminate MRI hazards.
Medtronic has applied for U.S. clearance, but has not yet received it from the FDA.
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