Optimized Methodology for Worst-Case Determination of Orthopedic Implants for Magnetic Resonance Safety Testing

Bruno Camps-Raga¹, Wolfgang Grtz¹, Amin Douiri¹, Michael Scholten¹, Mark J. Pawlenka¹, Gregor Schaefers¹

A methodology for worst-case selection through computer simulation techniques to be used as an input to determine worst-case object and position in subsequent RF heating tests following ASTM2182-09 is described.