Safety: CONDITIONAL
Bottom line: MRI permissible if all conditions are met
Cervical Collar / Halo Vest
Safety: Conditional
Risks: Thermal, Displacement
Conditions:
- Only MRI safe if NOT ferromagnetic.
- Potential risk for thermal injury where hardware contacts skin. Take precautions to limit and monitor for symptoms of thermal injury
Comments:
- Test with Hand Magnet outside of Zone 4 to determine if ferromagnetic.
- Ensure that any ferromagnetic components are insulated from skin surface.
Bottom Line: All conditions must be met to be MRI permissible.
