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Does An X-ray Show If The Clip In Brain Is Metal Or Plastic?

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Question : Will an X-ray show if the clip in my brain is metal or plastic, so I can get an MRI of my back?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
hi and welcome

Detailed Answer:
Yes,it should show is it metal or plastic but also surgeon should have noted in documentation what kind of clip was placed. If this is metal then ct scan can be performed. Wish you good health. Regards
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Does An X-ray Show If The Clip In Brain Is Metal Or Plastic?

Brief Answer: hi and welcome Detailed Answer: Yes,it should show is it metal or plastic but also surgeon should have noted in documentation what kind of clip was placed. If this is metal then ct scan can be performed. Wish you good health. Regards