Fetal complications of amniography.
In a series of 241 amniograms, there were two cases of fetal tissue damage resulting from the subcutaneous injection of contrast material. Details of these two cases are given and the damage sustained illustrated. Measures designed to prevent such complications are outlined, together with recommendations for its management, should such a complication occur.
D000328:Adult; D000650:Amnion / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D003287:Contrast Media / Q000008:administration & dosage; D005260:Female; D005315:Fetal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007279:Injections, Subcutaneous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009336:Necrosis; D011247:Pregnancy; D011859:Radiography; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000209:etiology*
D003287:Contrast Media