FDA issues warning on iodinated contrast use in young kids - AuntMinnie

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has added a new warning to the prescribing information for iodinated contrast media, advising of the health risk of contrast use in children younger than 3 years who have thyroid issues.

Issued March 30, the FDA's warning pertains to the use of iodinated contrast media in young children with an underactive thyroid or a temporary decrease in thyroid hormone levels. The health risk spe… [+1326 chars]

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