Shortage in the U.S. supply of contrast media used heavily in interventional radiology is driving changes in hospital practices. A group of Physicians led by Nicole Keefe, MD, Assistant Professor, Gloria Salazar, MD, Chief of Vascular-Interventional Radiology, and Maureen Kohi, MD, Chair of the Department of Radiology, say they adapted quickly and offered their strategy during the shortage.
Shortage in the U.S. supply of contrast media used heavily in interventional radiology is driving changes in hospital practices. A group of Physicians led by Nicole Keefe, MD, Assistant Professor, Gloria Salazar, MD, Chief of Vascular-Interventional Radiology, and Maureen Kohi, MD, Chair of the Department of Radiology, say they adapted quickly and offered their strategy during the shortage.
The Auntminnie.com article discusses May 19th report in the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology in which they proposed an initial approach to case privatization, as well as short-term strategies for management of existing supply to optimize utility and minimize waste.