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Are Spire Biomedical Decathlon, Alta, RetrO and XpressO Catheters MRI Safe?

April 26, 2017alta biomedical catheters decathlon MRI retro safe spire xpresso

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Are Spire Biomedical Decathlon, Alta, RetrO and XpressO Catheters MRI Safe?

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• No, RetrO and XpressO catheter extension adapters contain metal and are not MRI compatible. • Yes, Decathlon and Alta catheters are MRI compatible. • Fluoroscopic or ultrasonic guidance is recommended to ensure proper tip orientation and placement within the right atrium.