An unsuspected MR projectile: a "wooden" chair with metal bracing.

Gary A Ulaner; Patrick M Colletti

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An unsuspected MR projectile: a "wooden" chair with metal bracing.

July 23, 2010

Ulaner GA, Colletti PM. Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging. 2006;23(5).

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This letter to the editor reminds radiology professionals to take extra caution in maintaining safety in magnetic resonance suites.

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