Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis as a delayed dermatotoxic reaction to IV-administered nonionic contrast media

AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2006 Aug;187(2):W198-201. doi: 10.2214/AJR.05.0317.

Abstract

Objective: Our objective was to report three delayed, generalized, and protracted cutaneous reactions in two patients that are compatible with acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) after contrast medium administration.

Conclusion: Radiologists and referring clinicians need to be aware of late adverse reactions to the administration of contrast media and to distinguish these from other possible causes.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Adult
  • Contrast Media / administration & dosage
  • Contrast Media / adverse effects*
  • Drug Eruptions / etiology*
  • Exanthema / chemically induced*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Injections, Intravenous
  • Skin Diseases, Vesiculobullous / chemically induced*
  • Time Factors
  • Triiodobenzoic Acids / administration & dosage
  • Triiodobenzoic Acids / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Triiodobenzoic Acids
  • iodixanol