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    Nov 21, 2015, 02:29 PM
    Question re: Mri test vs ct scan
    Can a person who has a metal plate and screws in shoulder due to fracture of Humerus bone last year... can she or he have an MRI of the lower spine or is a CT scan better ?
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    Nov 21, 2015, 03:27 PM
    The radiologist will instruct you as to what can and should be done, that is if your doctor doesn't make the decision for you
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    Nov 21, 2015, 03:48 PM
    That person cannot have an MRI, cut CAN have a CT scan.
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