Extravasation Risk Using Ultrasound‐guided Peripheral Intravenous Catheters for Computed Tomography Contrast Administration

Abstract

Patients who received contrast for a CT scan through an USGIV had a higher risk of extravasation than those who received contrast through a standard peripheral IV. Clinicians should consider this extravasation risk when weighing the risks and benefits of a contrast-enhanced CT scan in a patient with USGIV vascular access.