Reactions to iodinated radiographic contrast agents

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Even though a severe reaction to iodinated radiographic contrast material occurs in only about 1 in 1,000 patients, it is a possibility that all physicians and patients want to avoid. The authors provide a succinct review of all aspects of the problem: how to recognize and treat a reaction promptly, how to spot patients at risk, and how to avoid a reaction in these patients by substituting a low-osmolality contrast agent or pretreating with a corticosteroid.