Titti Owman

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MRI safety: An urgent issue for an increasing crowd
The number of MRI accidents currently reported is only the tip of the iceberg, and we really need a more widespread, efficient, and accessible reporting system, writes Titti Owman from Lund, Sweden. She also addresses the safety risks and how to minimize them.
November 12, 2019
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