Generalized seizures following myelography with iohexol (Omnipaque).
A case of generalized seizures following lumbar myelogram with iohexol (Omnipaque) contrast agent is reported. This complication, occurring in a patient without known risk factors for developing epilepsy, is the first of its kind.
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Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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D004576:Electromyography; D004829:Epilepsy, Generalized / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D006811:Humerus / Q000293:injuries; D007472:Iohexol / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009192:Myelography / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010672:Phenytoin / Q000627:therapeutic use
D007472:Iohexol; D010672:Phenytoin