From: "Jim de Jong" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Gday Phil
I agree with Geoffrey, except of course when renal failure is to an
extent that they are on dialysis.
We do have what is known locally as the "Mucomyst Protocol". Ref
"Prevention of Radiographic-Contrast-Agent - Induced Reductions in Renal
Function by Acetylcystein" N Engl J Med 2000; vol:343, No:3, 180-4.
This protocol 'appears' to significantly lower the risk in a group of
these high risk patients.
Jim de Jong
Radiology, Ballarat Base Hospital
Ballarat VIC 3350 Australia
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From: Geoffrey Dick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
all patients that receive iv contrast media should have their creatinine
and urea checked (if available) before they are given iv contrast. We
are
responsible because we are giving the contrast to the patient.
cheers
Geoffrey Dick
CT Supervisor Dandenong Hospital
Honorary Lecturer Monash University
Post Graduate tutor RMIT university
From: "Phil & Kathleen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Are any departments routinely performing pre-injection screening of =
patients for potential nephrotoxicity following the planned =
administration of contrast media? I would be interested in receiving =
pre-injection screening policies from anyone who performs this, as one
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of our docs is suggesting that we should screen all of our patients with
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renal function tests prior to administration of contrast media. Pls =
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regards,
Phil Darby
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