Gadolinium radiologic contrast is a useful alternative for hysterosalpingography in patients with iodine allergy.
OBJECTIVE
To report the successful use of gadolinium radiologic contrast for hysterosalpingography.


METHODS
Case report.


METHODS
Outpatient care in a private practice setting.


METHODS
One female patient entering and finishing study.


METHODS
Hysterosalpingogram.


METHODS
Interpretability of radiological imaging.


RESULTS
Visualization of a normal uterine cavity and fallopian tubes with bilateral patency was confirmed during the procedure. Radiologic films were created that document the results. The best visualization of the internal pelvic anatomy was noted during the actual procedure. There was a lighter image noted on the films taken from the use of gadolinium rather than the traditional iodinated contrast.


CONCLUSIONS
Gadolinium is a safe and useful alternative to iodinated contrast for hysterosalpingography in patients with iodine allergy.
Noorhasan
Dorette
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Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences Department, University of Texas, Houston, Texas, USA.
Heard
Michael J
MJ
D000328:Adult; D000075202:Contraindications; D003287:Contrast Media; D004342:Drug Hypersensitivity; D005260:Female; D005682:Gadolinium; D006801:Humans; D007047:Hysterosalpingography / Q000379:methods*; D007455:Iodine; D009839:Oligomenorrhea / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*
D003287:Contrast Media; D007455:Iodine; D005682:Gadolinium