This edition of the ACR Manual on Contrast Media replaces all earlier editions. It is being published as a webbased document only so it can be updated as frequently as needed.This manual was developed by the ACR Committee on Drugs and Contrast Media of the ACR Commission on Quality and Safety as a guide for radiologists to enhance the safe and effective use of contrast media. The Committee offers this document to practicing radiologists as a consensus of scientific evidence and clinical experience concerning the use of contrast media. Suggestions for patient screening, premedication, recognition of adverse reactions, and emergency treatment of such reactions are emphasized. Its major purpose is to provide useful information regarding contrast media used in daily practice.The editorial staff sincerely thanks all who have contributed their knowledge and valuable time to this publication.

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