How to manage patients in need of contrast-enhanced imaging following an allergic-like reaction

Iodine contrast being loaded into a contrast injector in preparation for a cardiac CT scan at Duly Health and Care in Lisle, Illinois. The contrast shortage is causing some healthcare organizations to postpone exams and procedures and ration contrast supplies. Photo by Dave Fornell

Contrast being loaded into an injector for a cardiac CT scan at Duly Health and Care in Lisle, Illinois. Photo by Dave Fornell

Up to one-third or more of patients who experience moderate or severe allergic-like reactions to ICM must have their imaging protocols revised when subsequent exams involving contrast are requested.