Contrast Agents
A patient with impaired renal function requires contrast-enhanced imaging for suspected infection. The registrar asks about contrast agent safety considerations and contraindications. Regarding contrast agents in musculoskeletal imaging:
Mark each as TRUE or FALSE
Iodinated contrast agents (CT) risks include: contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN), which is more like...
Gadolinium-based contrast agents (MRI) are generally safer than iodinated contrast for kidneys, but ...
Previous contrast reactions are not a risk factor for future reactions; all contrast agents are equa...
Contrast reaction management: mild reactions (nausea, hives) require observation and antihistamines;...
MSK indications for contrast: CT with contrast for infection assessment and tumour staging; MRI with...
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Click T (True) or F (False) for each option