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2017-03-15 04:28:24
Can I have CT scan after knee replacement, mother has metal rid implant in knee as a replacement. Does CT scan impact body in any way or it's safe to go ahead with CT scan. Or only option is Digital Xray
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Yes u can take CT.  But y u want to take after replacement

Answered2017-03-15 11:04:19

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Which part of body you want to go for CT scan??? And why there is need of CT if for knee bcoz discharge will be done only after confirmation. Any its is within safety limit only but should be avoided

Answered2017-03-15 05:59:12

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Ct scan possible. Even MRI can be done at specific centres.. Why do you want to get ct scan done.

Answered2017-03-15 05:25:30

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CT scan is possible after a knee replacement. there are issues with MRI scan after knee replacement, but not CT scan.

Answered2017-03-15 05:00:11

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