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- Neurologic effects of hyponatremia and its treatment
Twenty-one days after surviving a hemorrhagic stroke, the patient develops new neurologic symptoms. A computed tomographic scan shows new cerebral edema. Her serum sodium concentration is 121 mmol/L.
- Intravenous iodinated contrast agents: Risks and problematic situations
Many diagnostic imaging studies use intravenous contrast media. Although these agents are generally safe, they do pose some risk of adverse reactions.