genitourinary disorders
Contrast Nephropathy
Key Points
Although most patients recover from use of iodinated radiocontrast without clinical consequences, all such radiocontrast is nephrotoxic. Suspect contrast nephropathy if serum creatinine increases 24 to 48 hours after a contrast study. Decrease the risk of contrast nephropathy, particularly in patients at risk, by minimizing the use and volume of contrast and expanding volume when possible. 