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Publication Date
1-2026
Disclaimer
These guidelines do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use their judgment in determining what is in the best interests of the patient based on the circumstances existing at the time. It is impossible to anticipate all possible situations that may exist and to prepare guidelines for each. Accordingly, these guidelines should guide care with the understanding that departures from them may be required at times.
Objective of the Care Process Model
To provide care standards for the patient who is at risk for or diagnosed with kidney impairment and the use of intravenous (IV) contrast for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan, magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), magnetic resonance venography (MRV) or a computed tomography (CT) scan. The Contrast MRI and CT in Kidney Disease Clinical Pathway is intended to align CMH provider practices with new consensus recommendations from the American College of Radiology and the National Kidney Foundation regarding the pretreatment and treatment of patients with kidney impairment who have indication(s) to receive IV contrast with diagnostic imaging techniques.
Target Users
Physicians and providers treating patients with or at risk for kidney impairment
Disciplines
Pediatrics
Recommended Citation
Children's Mercy Kansas City, "IV Contrast for MRI and CT in Patients with Kidney Disease" (2026). Clinical Pathways.
https://scholarlyexchange.childrensmercy.org/care_models/66
Comments
Clinical Pathways are updated on a revision schedule. Primary files will always be the most current update. Previous revisions are available upon request from Children’s Mercy Library Services.
Algorithm revised: 12/2022; 1/2026
Clinical Pathways promote evidence based, safe, and high-value care for patients by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of subject matter experts, informed by methodical review of available evidence and consensus among committee members.