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AJR Am J Roentgenol · Feb 2016
ReviewHow to Manage Allergic Reactions to Contrast Agent in Pregnant Patients.
- Amrita Sikka, Jaspreet K Bisla, Priya V Rajan, Laurie A Chalifoux, Lori A Goodhartz, Frank H Miller, Vahid Yaghmai, and Jeanne M Horowitz.
- 1 Department of Radiology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, 676 St. Clair St, Ste 800, Chicago, IL 60611.
- AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2016 Feb 1; 206 (2): 247-52.
ObjectiveThis article reviews optimal treatment of allergic reactions to iodinated contrast material in pregnant patients. Initial evaluation and treatment of a pregnant patient is similar to that for a nonpregnant patient. However, additional steps, including assessment for uterine cramping, using left uterine displacement to improve venous return, and maintaining blood pressure to ensure placental perfusion, may be required.ConclusionAdequate preparation and a team approach will provide optimal care for a pregnant patient who has an allergic reaction to a contrast agent.
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