Visualization of spinal injection procedures using gadolinium contrast.
METHODS
A series of six case reports.


OBJECTIVE
The case reports demonstrate successful use of gadolinium contrast for visualization of spinal injection procedures.


BACKGROUND
A variety of spinal injection procedures were performed with gadolinium contrast. Adequate visualization was accomplished with gadolinium in performing these injections and demonstrated that it is a viable alternative to nonionic iodinated contrast materials.


METHODS
The case reports included a chart review, performance of spinal injections with gadolinium under fluoroscopic guidance, and postprocedure follow-up at 2 and 12 weeks.


RESULTS
Gadolinium was visible under fluoroscopy in all six cases, demonstrating its value in performing spinal injection procedures as an alternative to nonionic iodinated contrast materials.


CONCLUSIONS
Gadolinium is a viable alternative to nonionic iodinated contrast materials for visualization of spinal injection procedures.
Falco
Frank J E
FJ
MidAtlantic Spine, P.A., Newark, DE 19713, USA. CSSM01@aol.com
Rubbani
Mariam
M
D003287:Contrast Media / Q000008:administration & dosage; D005471:Fluoroscopy; D019786:Gadolinium DTPA / Q000008:administration & dosage; D006801:Humans; D007267:Injections; D007278:Injections, Spinal; D013131:Spine / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*
D003287:Contrast Media; D019786:Gadolinium DTPA