A contrast allergy or reaction is the immunologic or physiologic response to IV iodinated contrast media (ICM) administered during a CT scan.
Reaction timing can be acute or delayed ...
For acute allergic-like reactions
Prior reaction to ICM
Other risk factors present
Onset of signs/symptoms following ICM injection
For CA-AKI: acute kidney injury 24-48 hours after IV con...
Treatment considerations depend on the type of reaction (i.e., allergic-like, physiologic, CIN), presenting signs and symptoms, severity of reaction as well as the patient's ...
Continue supportive care as necessary based on the patient's symptoms and clinical condition.
Any patient receiving epinephrine should be on a cardiac monitor and ...
Z91.041 Radiographic dye allergy status
N14.1 Nephropathy induced by oth drug/meds/biol subst
293637006 contrast media allergy (disorder)
26367008 Radiographic contrast agent nephropathy...
ICM (particularly LOCM) is a safe and effective tool for imaging patients. However, it is not without risks. These risks can be life-threatening in rare instances.
Proper evaluation and...
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