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X-Rays

Make sure x-rays and any other required scans are sent to the theater.

Prior to ordering x-rays with iv contrast (e.g. IVP, CT with iv contrast, Angiogram etc.) please check if patient has any allergy, asthma or hay fever. Check with radiology department if patient needs steroid cover prior to examination.

Protocol - 32 millegrammes Prednisolone 8 pm night before test and 32 millegrammes again, 8 am morning of test.



Adrian P. Ireland