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[Iohexol in studies of the spinal canal. Multicenter study]
1Service de Neuroradiologie Charcot, Hôpital de La Salpêtrière, Paris.
Journal De Radiologie
|November 1, 1988
Summary
Iohexol demonstrates excellent results and tolerance for spinal canal investigations. This multicenter study confirms Iohexol as a top-tier contrast agent for radiological imaging of the spine.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
- Contrast Media
Background:
- Spinal canal investigations require effective and safe contrast agents.
- Iohexol is a non-ionic, iodinated contrast medium.
- Previous literature suggests positive outcomes with Iohexol.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Iohexol for spinal canal imaging.
- To confirm the quality of results obtained with Iohexol in a multicenter setting.
- To assess the tolerance of Iohexol in adult patients.
Main Methods:
- A multicenter study involving 329 adult patients.
- Conducted across 32 different radiological departments.
- Utilized Iohexol for investigation of the spinal canal.
Main Results:
- Confirmed excellent quality of results with Iohexol.
- Demonstrated excellent tolerance of the preparation.
- The study involved a significant patient cohort (329 adults).
Conclusions:
- Iohexol is a highly effective contrast agent for spinal canal investigations.
- Iohexol exhibits excellent patient tolerance.
- It is considered one of the best available preparations for this application.