Abstract |
A case is reported in which the presence of a decorative tattoo resulted in pain and termination of an MRI study. The ferromagnetic nature of the tattoo and iron oxide tattoo pigments is demonstrated. The pathophysiology of tattoo/MRI interaction is discussed, as is an approach to the prevention and treatment of this complication.
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Authors | M L Kreidstein, D Giguere, A Freiberg |
Journal | Plastic and reconstructive surgery
(Plast Reconstr Surg)
Vol. 99
Issue 6
Pg. 1717-20
(May 1997)
ISSN: 0032-1052 [Print] United States |
PMID | 9145144
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Coloring Agents
- Ferric Compounds
- ferric oxide
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Topics |
- Adult
- Coloring Agents
(adverse effects)
- Female
- Ferric Compounds
(adverse effects)
- Humans
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Magnetics
- Pain
(etiology)
- Tattooing
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