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1 From the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California; and Institute for Magnetic Resonance Safety, Education, and Research, 7511 McConnell Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045 (F.G.S.); and Radnet Management, Los Angeles, Calif (J.V.C.). Received May 21, 2003; revision requested July 18; revision received August 8; accepted October 8. Address correspondence to F.G.S. (e-mail: frank.shellock@gte.net).
The technology used for magnetic resonance (MR) procedures has evolved continuously during the past 20 years, yielding MR systems with stronger static magnetic fields, faster and stronger gradient magnetic fields, and more powerful radiofrequency transmission coils. Most reported cases of MR-related injuries and the few fatalities that have occurred have apparently been the result of failure to follow safety guidelines or of use of inappropriate or outdated information related to the safety aspects of biomedical implants and devices. To prevent accidents in the MR environment, therefore, it is necessary to revise information on biologic effects and safety according to changes that have occurred in MR technology and with regard to current guidelines for biomedical implants and devices. This review provides an overview of and update on MR biologic effects, discusses new or controversial MR safety topics and issues, presents evidence-based guidelines to ensure safety for patients and staff, and describes safety information for various implants and devices that have recently undergone evaluation.
© RSNA, 2004
Index terms: Magnetic resonance (MR), biological effects, **.12142 • Magnetic resonance (MR), safety, **.1214 • Reviews
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