Kimmie L. Bui, MD Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Cleveland Clinic
Joseph D. Horner, DO Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Cleveland Clinic
Brian R. Herts, MD Associate Professor of Radiology, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine; Section Head, Abdominal Imaging, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Cleveland Clinic
David M. Einstein, MD Program Director, Radiology Residency Program, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Cleveland Clinic
Address: David M. Einstein, MD, Department of Radiology, Hb6, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195; e-mail: einsted@ccf.org
ABSTRACTMany of today's diagnostic imaging studies use intravenous contrast media to adequately evaluate disease processes. Although these agents are generally safe, their use poses some risks and, in some situations, is problematic. The risks include contrast-induced nephropathy.
