Mechanisms of severe, immediate reactions to iodinated contrast material

D. Laroche; Isabelle Aimone‐Gastin; Fatéméh Dubois; H. Huet; Philippe Gérard; M Vergnaud; Claudie Mouton‐Faivre; J. L. Guéant; M Laxenaire; H. Bricard

doi:10.1148/radiology.209.1.9769830

Mechanisms of severe, immediate reactions to iodinated contrast material

D. Laroche, Isabelle Aimone‐Gastin, Fatéméh Dubois +7 more1998RadiologyJournal Article

Abstract

Histamine release and mast cell triggering are related to severe reactions. An IgE-related mechanism is strongly suspected. Radiologists should be trained to identify and treat anaphylactic shock in patients who react to iodinated contrast material.

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