MRI Gadolinium Contrast Reaction

Question 1

Reactions to gadolinium contrast are less common than either ____ or ____ associated with iodinated contrast material for CT scan

Answer 1

allergic reactions

renal injury

Question 2

However, a systemic overreaction to gadolinium can occur in which ______ deposits in____ and hardened fibrotic nodules develop in the ___, ____,
_________.

Answer 2

increased collagen
soft tissues
skin.heart, lung, and liver

Question 3

This condition, called “____________,” occurs only in__________-

Answer 3

nephrogenic systemic fibrosis

renal insufficiency.

Question 4

tx

Answer 4

There is no specific therapy