Reaction to contrast media in contrast-enhanced CT of the brain

A comparison has been made of contrast medium reactions in contrast-enhanced CT of the cerebrum using Urografin-meglumin and a new non-ionic, low-osmolality radiologic contrast medium, Ultravist. - The number of contrast medium reactions was significantly less with Ultravist, but many mild reactions were observed with both contrast media. Regardless of the contrast used, the incidence of contrast reactions was independent of the CT diagnoses. (orig.)