Ventilatory support during magnetic resonance imaging.

Krapf, R; Loiacono, J; Pesola, G R; Carlon, G C · Chest · 1992

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Ventilatory support during magnetic resonance imaging is difficult because metallic objects on ventilatory support devices can interfere with the imaging field and/or become magnetized and move inside the patient or become flying projectiles. We report the successful MRI examination of an intubated respirator-dependent pediatric patient. Ventilatory support was carried out with a plastic ambu bag, exhalation valve circuit, and tubing.

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