Lupus nephritis patient with small amount of fluid around heart
Is it ok to get pet scan with stage 3b ckd ... - Kidney Disease
Is it ok to get pet scan with stage 3b ckd to get clearer picture of the heart recommended by cardiologist?
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Ask to see if there is a contrast dye they use for that and if it is safe for CKD. They might have an alternative. They inject you with a radioactive tracer material so check if that is safe for CKD. Let them know your situation.
The issue is what is more problematic? Your heart always wins. " Pericardial effusion is a buildup of fluid in the space around the heart. It can happen for a wide range of reasons, including infections, injuries or other medical conditions. If the buildup is severe or happens quickly, it can compress your heart and cause cardiac tamponade, a life-threatening medical emergency" my.clevelandclinic.org/heal....