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Ventriculography with water-soluble contrast media
1Department of Radiology, University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.
Acta Radiologica. Supplementum
|January 1, 1977
Summary
Water-soluble contrast media, meglumine iocarmate (Dimer-X) and metrizamide (Amipaque), were used in 184 ventriculographies. One patient experienced seizures after meglumine iocarmate injection, highlighting potential risks.
Area of Science:
- Neuroradiology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Ventriculography is a key diagnostic imaging technique.
- Water-soluble contrast media are essential for visualizing cerebrospinal fluid spaces.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the indications, technique, and diagnostic results of ventriculographies using water-soluble contrast media.
- To evaluate the safety profile of meglumine iocarmate and metrizamide in ventriculography.
Main Methods:
- 184 ventriculographies were performed in 170 patients.
- 60 examinations utilized meglumine iocarmate (Dimer-X).
- 124 examinations utilized metrizamide (Amipaque).
Main Results:
- Diagnostic results from both contrast agents were obtained.
- One case of grand mal seizure occurred following meglumine iocarmate injection.
Conclusions:
- Both meglumine iocarmate and metrizamide can be used for ventriculography.
- Careful patient selection and monitoring are necessary due to the risk of adverse events like seizures with meglumine iocarmate.