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Replies to "@vikkitennis I have had several MRIs since having my first SCS implanted in 2017. I tend..."
My friend has to anesthesia for an MRI. She has lots of sensory issues.
I talked with imaging at the Center in Phoenix, and she mentioned about MRI's in a hospital setting and placing a patient under anesthetic. I inquired about an open MRI, but that isn't possible for SCS patients. Yes, I have heard about the medication a Valium, for relaxation. As I mentioned in the past before the SCS, I have had many MRI's, and sailed through them. I believe it was due to the narrow "tube" that freaked me out after 25 minutes. I was told a CT scan is close to what the medical staff can analyze. I am to see the neurosurgeon today who implanted the SCS and discuss removing it. He is very personal, I like him, and respect him.