J Korean Soc Radiol.  2018 Jan;78(1):69-72. 10.3348/jksr.2018.78.1.69.

Transient Orbitofacial Angioedema due to Intravenous Iodinated Contrast Media During Computed Tomography: CT Findings

• Min S
• Kim ES
• Lee Y
• Lee K

• KMID: 2399308
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3348/jksr.2018.78.1.69

Abstract

Orbitofacial angioedema is one of the common contrast-induced adverse reactions. The symptoms are recognized, based on the patient's clinical complaints. Based on prior research findings, there were no reports about contrast-induced orbitofacial angioedema that was confirmed on image findings. The researchers herein report on contrast-induced orbitofacial angioedema presented on enhanced computed tomography, following intravenous administration of iodine contrast media.

MeSH Terms

Administration, Intravenous
Angioedema*
Contrast Media*
Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions
Iodine
Multidetector Computed Tomography
Contrast Media
Iodine

Figure

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  Fig. 1 CT findings of orbitofacial angioedema during enhanced CT scanning in a 25-year-old female. A, B. No evidence of soft tissue lesion in both eyelid and both orbital preseptal space is noted in precontrast CT image. C, D. Marked soft swelling with enhancement (arrows) is observed in the both the eyelid, orbital preseptal space (C) and the forehead (D) in postcontrast enhanced CT image, taken 60 seconds after administration of contrast media. CT = computed tomography

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