http://www.appliedradiology.com RSS Feed on Applied Radiologyhttp://www.appliedradiology.com//Issues/2005/08/Supplements/Contrast-induced-nephropathy--Risk-factors,-pathophysiology,-and-prevention.aspxIn patients with pre-existing renal insufficiency, particularly those with concurrent diabetes mellitus, the incidence of contrast-induced nephropathy can be as high as 90%, depending on the severity of the underlying renal disease. Intravenous volume expansion and the use of low-osmolar or isosmolar contrast media can markedly reduce that risk.Monday, 22 Aug 2005 09:49:22 GMT