If I have a patient who received NRI, what should I do?

Symptomatic Patients:

A thorough medical history should be taken from patients with head or neck complaints, including whether they recall being given NRI or any other form of radiation therapy to the head and neck, particularly during childhood. A positive history for NRI or other radiation should be followed by a complete work-up to arrive at a diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan. For more information about NRI and head and neck exams, a videotape specifically targeted for physician education about NRI can be ordered from the Public Health Foundation at the following number:

1-800-418-7246
Summary of NRI Video

Asymptomatic Patients:

CDC does not recommend screening for persons without symptoms who received NRI.   However, physicians may consider performing thorough head and neck examinations of patients with a history of NRI treatments at their next regular check-up.

Additional information can be requested by e-mail. 
NCEHinfo@cdc.gov

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