Commonest cause of failure of arthrography is:
A. Extra-articular injection of contrast
В. Bubbling of air in the joint
С. False positive interpretation
D. Allergic reaction.
Ans. A. Extra-articular injection of contrast medium is the commonest cause of failure of arthrography especially in smaller and deep situated joints. Allergic reaction to contrast medium is rare but when it happens examination will have to be discontinued. Other factors also make this procedure futile
A. Extra-articular injection of contrast
В. Bubbling of air in the joint
С. False positive interpretation
D. Allergic reaction.
Ans. A. Extra-articular injection of contrast medium is the commonest cause of failure of arthrography especially in smaller and deep situated joints. Allergic reaction to contrast medium is rare but when it happens examination will have to be discontinued. Other factors also make this procedure futile