Long Island family alleges MRI technician invited Keith McAllister into room without metal warnings, leading to fatal accident when his chain attracted to magnetic field.

A man died last week after being pulled into an MRI machine by a “large metallic chain” police said he was wearing around his neck – highlighting the importance of checking for any metallic objects before going near the powerful magnets used in the medical imaging machines.

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Tanner Scott left the game in the ninth inning Monday night after feeling pain in his left pitching arm. It occurred when Scott was pitching to Minnesota’s Ryan Jeffers with one out.

MRI safety requires removing jewelry, avoiding certain clothing, and informing doctors about implants and medical devices, as these items can pose health hazards.

Note that some links may require registration or subscription. A 61-year-old man who last week was pulled into an MRI machine in New York after he walked into the room wearing a metal chain around his neck has died. ( AP)