This case report delves into a unique occurrence of MRI-induced headaches attributed to an unsuspected intracranial foreign body. A male patient, presenting persistent headaches, experienced exacerbation of pain upon entering the MRI suite, hindering the imaging procedure. A subsequent head CT scan revealed a nail within the cranial cavity, stemming from a previous nail gun injury. Surgical removal was deemed unsafe, leading to continued observation. This case emphasizes the need for cautious exploration of abnormal symptoms in the MRI suite, urging healthcare professionals to consider potential foreign bodies. The incident underscores the risk of metallic fragments causing complications during MRI procedures and highlights the importance of thorough patient assessment before resorting to MRI imaging.
Keyphrases
- contrast enhanced
- case report
- magnetic resonance imaging
- diffusion weighted imaging
- computed tomography
- high resolution
- magnetic resonance
- cardiovascular disease
- risk assessment
- optic nerve
- chronic pain
- diabetic rats
- intensive care unit
- high glucose
- spinal cord injury
- single cell
- risk factors
- neuropathic pain
- mass spectrometry
- fluorescence imaging
- photodynamic therapy
- endothelial cells
- optical coherence tomography
- human health
- sleep quality
- depressive symptoms