Presumed Gadolinium Toxicity in Subjects With Normal Renal Function: A Report of 4 Cases

Conclusions: Gadolinium toxicity may occur in subjects with normal renal function. Central torso and peripheral arm and leg distribution pain were common features. Distal arm and leg skin thickening and rubbery subcutaneous tissue were seen in late stages. Clouded mentation is also common. Vigilance to identify additional cases and investigate strategies for prevention and treatment is warranted to increase even further the safety of a very safe diagnostic procedure, GBCA-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging.

Source: Investigative Radiology - September 9, 2016 Category: Radiology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research