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[A case of Iotrolan encephalopathy]
1Department of Neurosurgery, Kamaishi Municipal Hospital.
No Shinkei Geka. Neurological Surgery
|November 1, 1996
Summary
This case report details Iotrolan encephalopathy, a rare adverse effect of a non-ionic contrast medium. The study identified brain penetration of Iotrolan as a key radiological finding in contrast-induced encephalopathy.
Area of Science:
- Neuroradiology
- Neurology
- Radiology
Background:
- Iotrolan is a non-ionic dimer contrast medium known for its safety profile.
- Iotrolan encephalopathy is a rare complication, with few reported cases compared to older contrast agents like Metrizamide.
- Patient presented with subarachnoid hemorrhage, underwent surgery, and later developed neurological deficits.