Optimizing contrast administration in pediatric cardiovascular CT: Safety and technique

Pediatric cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA) is rapidly becoming a standard diagnostic tool for congenital heart disease imaging due to its effectiveness. This review provides an in-depth look at contrast administration in pediatric cases, focusing on how physiological differences influence the choice, dosage, and delivery of iodinated contrast agents. It underscores the safety considerations of these agents, the role of risk categorization before contrast administration, and the nee…

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