MRI scan... can you ever get one after VSG?

[Oakleygirl 53]

I just noticed on another post that a sleever had a recent MRI and had some pain/burning from it? Then there was some discussion about getting MRIs after being sleeved. I never actually thought about it before but would the staples be problematic for future tests such as MRI? Are you not supposed to get MRIs after having the sleeve? What about X-rays or CT scans?

I am only concerned b/c I know when my husband had cancer, getting MRIs, x-rays and CT scans were frequent and they likely affected the outcome of his treatment b/c they provided vital information about his tumours, etc... I don't know if I could give up the benefit of being able to have an MRI down the road for the sleeve... this is just news to me today and I've really been shook up by it all.

Can anyone help to clarify? Would really appreciate also anyone who has had to get MRIs post-op and your experience with it.

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

I had an MRI about a month ago. The staples used for your sleeve are non metallic and do not interfere with MRI.

[MrsG 329]

Oh, good question! I had one a few months before surgery for my back. I'd like to know the answer too.

[MrsGina 101]

I had 2 checking for leaks and infection. I was told the type of staple is ok even at airports.

[PdxMan 4,292]

I've had two in the past 4 months checking my spine. You know ... that long thing right behind the stomach ... no problems. Felt nothing unusual. I've had them pre-sleeve as well. Nothing different.

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[Oakleygirl 53]

You guys all ROCK!!!! What a great web site this is... ask a question and get qualified answers! Thanks so much!

[Ailly 32]

I've had 4 MRIs since surgery.. No problems!