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It's not really a personal preference kind of thing, although older MRI machines, because of their cave-like shape, are tough on claustrophobes. Xray machines are an order of magnitude less expensive (at least) and require a lot less maintenance, so usually, if you're to receive an MRI, they'll at least look to see if an xray reveals the problem. Xrays reveal details of bony processes and other dense materials really well, but don't do nearly as well with soft tissues. MRI's can give very detailed views of soft tissues, which can every be applied to 3d and 4d imagery. On the other hand -- as I said -- MRI machines are pricey. Also, in trauma's MRI's require electromagnetic isolation, which means a special room for them. Also, metals, particularly ferric metals, need to be kept away from the machine. This makes MRI usage difficlut in acute traumas.

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