The purpose of this exhibit is:
To demonstrate the facts about the risks to the fetus of the imaging methods most commonly performed, of contrast media used in these tests, as well as update about the recommendations relating to these diagnostic procedures.
1. Introduction
2. Fetal risks related to ionizing radiation
a. Stochastic effects
b. Deterministic effects
3. Fetal risks related to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
4. Risks of using iodinated contrast media
5. Risks of using gadolinium (MRI)
6. Breast-feeding recommendations
Fetal risks are minimal when radiological examinations are performed with proper technique, with proper indications and following the recommendations presented.
Silva, A,
Meirelles, G,
Medical Imaging in Pregnant Patients: Current Recommendations. Radiological Society of North America 2013 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, December 1 - December 6, 2013 ,Chicago IL.
http://archive.rsna.org/2013/13013717.html
