RF induced heating during MRI: Evaluation of a passive implant in an anatomical model

Introduction: RF induced heating in anatomical models using a coupled Electromagnetic (EM)/thermal FEA approach and NURBS-based geometry...

MR Safety Evaluation of Orthopedic Devices: Why it’s important and how to select test device configuration

It is important to evaluate orthopedic devices to ensure patient safety. An MR Safe device is  nonmagnetic,...

Are slender devices with low electrical conductivity unlikely to exhibit RF-inducing heating?

Are slender devices with low electrical conductivity unlikely to exhibit RF-induced heating? This publication evaluates representative generic...

Draft Guidance Sheds Much Needed Light On MRI-Compatibility

Electrical Conductivity

Many medical devices are primarily nonmetallic, but do have minimal electrical conductivity (for example, a plastic stent...

MD&M West 2015: MRI safety evaluation and labeling of passive implants: Meeting the need with virtual and physical test capabilities.

We have developed virtual and physical test capabilities for MR safety evaluation of passive devices. We can...

MR ISMRM Salt Lake City

MR safety of electrically conducive passive implants is directly related to heating of the tissue in close...

How do we identify the worst-case device for RF heating during MRI?

There are several safety concerns for patients with metallic implants who require MRI, including magnetic interactions (i.e.,...