Gadolinium an alternative contrast agent for sialography in patients with iodine sensitivity.
The use of iodinated contrast material in radiography is contraindicated in patients with known iodine sensitivity and such patients may present a management dilemma. The successful use of gadolinium in contrast sialography is described.
Williams
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Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Eastbourne District General Hospital, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2UD, UK. mdwmaxfax@hotmail.com
Moody
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Newlands
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Howlett
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D000328:Adult; D000075202:Contraindications; D003287:Contrast Media; D005260:Female; D005682:Gadolinium; D006801:Humans; D006967:Hypersensitivity / Q000209:etiology; D007455:Iodine / Q000009:adverse effects; D010306:Parotid Gland / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D012796:Sialography / Q000379:methods*
D003287:Contrast Media; D007455:Iodine; D005682:Gadolinium