title: Reactions to intravenous pyelography contrast media.
abstract: Reactions to contrast media used for intravenous pyelography are everyday possibilities in a radiology department, and statistics indicate that the incidence of fatalities has increased after a period of decline. The physiology of reactions and how to be prepared for them, as described here, are important parts of the technologist's knowledge.
mesh_terms: D000707:Anaphylaxis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D003287:Contrast Media / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003422:Critical Care; D004342:Drug Hypersensitivity / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D011872:Radiology Department, Hospital / Q000592:standards; D014567:Urography
chemical_list: D003287:Contrast Media