Mesenteric arteriography
What the risks are:
There is the possibility of significant risk. A reaction to the contrast medium can occur. There is some risk of the catheter damaging the artery or knocking loose a piece of the artery wall which can block the blood flow and cause a stroke. This is rare, however. A clot or bleeding at the puncture site may result in a partial blockage of the flow of blood to the leg.
There is low radiation exposure; however, most experts feel that the risk of most X-rays is smaller than other risks we take every day. Pregnant women and children are more sensitive to the risks of the X-ray.
Special considerations:
Not applicable.
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