Contrast Medium-Induced Encephalopathy after Coronary Angiography– Case Report

Contrast Medium-Induced Encephalopathy after Coronary Angiography– Case Report

Contrast-induced encephalopathy represents a rare, reversible complication that appears after intravenous or intra-arterial exposure to contrast agents. There is no consensus in the literature regarding the mechanism of action. However, the theoretical mechanism is set around the disruption of the b...

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Main Authors: Andone Sebastian, Balasa Rodica, Barcutean Laura, Bajko Zoltan, Ion Valentin, Motataianu Anca, Stoian Adina, Maier Smaranda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sciendo 2021-05-01
Series:The Journal of Critical Care Medicine
Subjects:
contrast-induced encephalopathy
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.2478/jccm-2021-0010
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Summary:Contrast-induced encephalopathy represents a rare, reversible complication that appears after intravenous or intra-arterial exposure to contrast agents. There is no consensus in the literature regarding the mechanism of action. However, the theoretical mechanism is set around the disruption of the blood-brain barrier and the contrast agents’ chemical properties.
ISSN:2393-1817

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