Metrizamide Computed Tomography Cisternography: Pediatric Applications

Abstract

The methodology and clinical use of metrizamide (Amipaque) computed tomography (CT) cisternography were described as applied to 22 children with morphologic and physiologic abnormalities affecting the cranial portion of the CNS. In contrast to pneumoencephalography, CT cisternography affords equivalent or superior visualization of the basal cranial subarachnoid spaces with simpler technique and low morbidity. Intrathecal metrizamide enhancement in children causes a very low incidence of side effects.