Abstract:

This is an article review based on a research work on ‘Adverse reactions to iodinated contrast media, prevalence, risk factors and outcome – the results of a 3-year period’ by Panitan, et al., published in the Asian Pac J Allergy Immunology; April 31 2013: 299 – 306. http://apjai.digitaljournals.org. The review will comprise a brief summary of the article and a critical analysis of the structure. The article’s general content and scope will also be assessed for currency and relevance. The article’s authority on the issues discussed and credibility in view of current knowledge will also be evaluated.

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