Selection of contrast media

Kidney Int Suppl. 2006 Apr:(100):S39-45. doi: 10.1038/sj.ki.5000373.

Abstract

The pathophysiologic mechanisms of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) have been reviewed by Persson and Tepel. They focus on the renal response to contrast media (CM). In this section, we focus on the CM itself. Aspects of importance with regard to CIN include the route of administration, the volume of CM, the manner of X-ray attenuation, and the specific chemical structure of the CM.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Contrast Media / administration & dosage*
  • Contrast Media / adverse effects
  • Contrast Media / chemistry*
  • Contrast Media / classification
  • Gadolinium / pharmacology*
  • Humans
  • Iodine / pharmacology*
  • Kidney Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Molecular Structure
  • Osmolar Concentration
  • Radiopharmaceuticals / pharmacology*
  • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic / statistics & numerical data
  • X-Rays

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Radiopharmaceuticals
  • Iodine
  • Gadolinium