Brian R. Herts, MD

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Intravenous iodinated contrast agents: Risks and problematic situations

Author:: Brian R. Herts, MD

Publish date: May 1, 2007

Many diagnostic imaging studies use intravenous contrast media. Although these agents are generally safe, they do pose some risk of adverse reactio...

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A patient with acute flank pain

Author:: Brian R. Herts, MD

Publish date: December 1, 2005

With all of the imaging options, which is the best way to assess for renal calculi in the acute setting?

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Diagnostic imaging approach to pulmonary embolism

Author:: Brian R. Herts, MD

Publish date: September 1, 2005

A man with cancer presents with new dyspnea and low-grade fever. What is the best diagnostic approach?

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Imaging in acute brain infarction

Author:: Brian R. Herts, MD

Publish date: July 1, 2005

A 77-year-old woman is brought by ambulance to the emergency department with suspected acute stroke. Which imaging test is recommended, and why?

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New series: Imaging in practice

Author:: Brian R. Herts, MD

Publish date: July 1, 2005

Each article begins with an actual case and focuses on how imaging should be used to establish or exclude a particular diagnosis, with emphasis on ...