A Grade Ⅲ Severe Hypersensitivity Caused by Gadopentatic Acid Injection: A Case Report

Gadopentetic acid is a common contrast agent for enhanced magnetic resonance imaging. Adverse reactions due to gadolinium-based contrast agents are rare and easily overlooked by medical staff. A patient developed a rash as the first symptom and quickly developed a severe allergic reaction after receiving gadopentetic acid.
Source: Journal of Emergency Nursing: JEN - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Case Review Source Type: research