Contrast Media in Practice
Questions and Answers
1st Edition
Published on 6. December 2012
XVIII, 246 pages
978-3-642-97530-1 (ISBN)
Description
In this volume experts answer questions which are frequently
asked about theproperties and handling of X-ray contrast
media, providing a good source of reference in the use of
these agents and which should help to reduce the rate of
adverrse effects. In addition, basic information is provided
on the development, toxicology, pharmacology,
pharmacokinetics and clinical testing of X-ray contrast
media. Finally, a look at the prospects for contrast media
in magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound underlines the
increasing importance of these diagnostic imaging
procedures. This book will be of interest to physicians and
their staff alike.
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Content
1 General Fundamentals.- 2 Pharmaceutical Quality and Stability of Contrast Media.- 3 Influence of Contrast Media on Organs and Vessels.- 4 Determination of Risk Factors Regarding the Administration of Contrast Media.- 5 Prophylactic Measures.- 6 Informing the Patient Prior to Contrast Media Administration.- 7 Administration of Contrast Media.- 8 Adverse Reactions and Their Pathophysiology and Management.- 9 Clinical Use of Iodinated Contrast Media for the Visualization of Vessels, Organs and Organ Systems.- 10 Contrast Media for Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Ultrasound.
