ISSN:
1432-1084
Schlagwort(e):
Contrast media
;
Gastrointestinal tract
;
Infants
;
Iotrolan
;
Radiography
Quelle:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Thema:
Medizin
Notizen:
Abstract Over the past 5 years we have used the new dimeric, non-ionic, water-soluble contrast agent iotrolan (Isovist-300) in 370 studies of the paediatric gastrointestinal tract. Iotrolan is by far the best accepted and tolerated contrast agent for young children. Because of its iso-osmolality it can be used without dilution. No ill effects were reported in cases of aspiration or perforation. In all studies very high contrast images were obtained and the required diagnostic information was provided. The only disadvantage of iotrolan is its present high price. However, in view of the small volumes required in children (10 ml is sufficient in 59% and 20 ml sufficient in 92% of investigations) this should not be a major obstacle to its use. Iotrolan promotes a much greater readiness among paediatricians and paediatric surgeons to have gastrointestinal studies performed on very small and very sick babies.
Materialart:
Digitale Medien
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00599073
