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Contraindications

Contraindications to be considered when searching for MRI subjects:
 
  • active implants (i.e., cardiac pacemaker, cochlear implants, nervous or bone growth stimulator, defibrillator, infusion pump)
  • foreign objects in body (i.e., mechanical contraceptives, removable tooth implants, braces, joint prostheses, metal splinters from war or gunshot injuries)
  • heart, head or vesicle surgery
  • tattoos
  • non-removable body jewelery
  • medical patches/plasters
  • claustrophobia
  • pregnancy
  • epileptic attacks (also when occurred in family)
  • under medication or drugs influcence