Chest ct scan with contrast safe to do?

2021-06-18 13:59:06
Is it safe to do chest ct scan with contrast ? I having chest pain. Xrays are normal so Dr told me to have a ct scan for safer side.
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If it's an urgency then do it..

Answered2021-06-18 14:40:19

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Hi, contrast CT is safe to do if renal function is normal

Answered2021-06-18 14:31:29

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Have a consult .. why ct chest...wat are symptoms

Answered2021-06-18 14:12:22

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Safe if indicated not otherwise

Answered2021-06-18 14:01:51

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If renal function normal , contrast CT is safe

Answered2021-06-19 09:29:16

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For atypical chest pain there is no need for CT with contrasts. Make sure your kidney functions are good before doing it.
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Please do xray first before CT
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Contrasts can cause kidney damage be careful.

Answered2021-06-19 05:49:53

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Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

Answered2021-06-19 04:35:00

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Do a renal function test to make sure your kidney are functioning normally as the contrast injected can be nephrotoxic. The scan is otherwise safe.

Answered2021-06-18 14:03:17

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If ur  renal functions are normal, then CT woth contrast can b done.

Answered2021-06-18 14:01:46

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Chest pain can be due to simple gastritis / muscular.. CT chest not required . Kindly consider for a consult for detailed discussion and treatment prescription

Answered2021-06-18 14:00:29

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