Contrast-Induced Nephropathy

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Contrast-Induced Nephropathy

	Contrast-induced nephropathy cannot be viewed as a treatable or acceptable complication of iodinated contrast-related procedures. Yet, fear of renal failure should not dictate avoidance of diagnostic studies using iodinated contrast.

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Contrast-Induced Nephropathy

This educational video discusses the complication of contrast-induced nephropathy and is appropriate for clinicians.

Management of Patients Undergoing Iodinated Contrast-Related Procedures

This stand-alone algorithm can help institutions to identify patients with risk factors for contrast-induced nephropathy.

Management of Patients Undergoing Iodinated Contrast-Related Procedures

This educational poster includes an algorithm to identify patients with risk factors for contrast-induced nephropathy, premedication regimen information, and reference tables for calculating estimated glomerular filtration rates.

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Contrast-Induced Nephropathy: Can This Iatrogenic Complication of Iodinated Contrast be Prevented?

Because of its serious consequences, contrast-induced nephropathy cannot be viewed as a treatable or acceptable complication of iodinated contrast-related procedures.

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