Recognition and management of contrast media extravasation

Summary Intravenous contrast agents are frequent adjuncts used in diagnostic imaging. Despite the well‐recognized complications of contrast media extravasation, its treatment remains an enigma to many. This article reviews the recognition, prevention and treatment options, with a summary of the cont...

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Published in:	Australasian radiology Vol. 50; no. 6; pp. 549 - 552
Main Authors:	Sum, W, Ridley, LJ
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Melbourne, Australia Blackwell Publishing Asia 01-12-2006
Subjects:	Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting Systems complication contrast agent extravasation Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials - diagnosis Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials - epidemiology Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials - therapy Humans management New South Wales - epidemiology Prospective Studies recognition Risk Factors New South Wales
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Summary:	Summary Intravenous contrast agents are frequent adjuncts used in diagnostic imaging. Despite the well‐recognized complications of contrast media extravasation, its treatment remains an enigma to many. This article reviews the recognition, prevention and treatment options, with a summary of the contrast media extravasation policy implemented in our department.
Bibliography:	istex:342B876777878CCC4924F0D43DE4F9A8FF74E3E3 ark:/67375/WNG-1BGBHK65-D ArticleID:JMIRO1626 MB BS, FRANZCR W Sum ; LJ Ridley .
ISSN:	0004-8461 1440-1673
DOI:	10.1111/j.1440-1673.2006.01626.x