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Hepatocellular CA appears bright or dark on the arterial phase of a CT
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BRIGHT
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Hydatid cyst
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major ruupture ends in full blown anaphylaxis which can be fatal
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What is the standardized uptake value of CT-PET scans?
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measure the uptake of a region
>2.5 suggestive of cancers such as melanoma, colorectal CA, |
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When does contrast induced nephropathy occur
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1-3 days post contrast injections
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What are risk factors for CIN
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pre-existing renal disease
NSAIDS ACE I multiple myeloma |
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How do you prevent CIN
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prehydrate
Mucomyst give( 24hrs before study bicarbonate |
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What is the treatment of ppl allergic to IV contrast
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give prednison 13hrs before study
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What is the agent of contrast for CT and MRI
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CT= iodinated contrast
MRI: gadolinium |
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What is the big ass mistake you will make if you give someone with renal failure an MRI? and how fast should you call a lawyer?
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NSF
-those with a GFR <30 -and dialysis is NOT protective |
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what type of pathology do you use a high resolution chest CT
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interstitial lung disease
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