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ct angio heart

can a person 44 years old  already having stent since 2 years
go to c t angio of heart?
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CT scan uses an isotope in your blood so it will not be an issue. MRI is a different matter because it uses high power magnets and these make metallic objects in the body get very hot. However, with MRI if you make the technicians aware, they can reduce the intensity.
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As far as I know you will not have any problem with your heart.

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