A contrast allergy or reaction is the immunologic or physiologic response to intravenous (IV) iodinated contrast media (ICM) administered during a CT scan.
Reaction timing can be acut...
Prior reaction to ICM
Other risk factors present
Onset of signs/symptoms following ICM injection
Vital signs (RR, HR, BP)
Observation of presenting signs/symptoms including a...
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 ...
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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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