Contrast‐Induced encephalopathy following diagnostic coronary angiography

Abstract

Abstract Contrast‐induced encephalopathy (CIE) is a rare, reversible complication of coronary angiography that can mimic acute strokes. This case illustrates the diagnostic challenges for a patient presenting with confusion following coronary angiography and raises awareness for CIE as diagnosis of exclusion.

Keywords

• cardiovascular disease
• complication
• contrast agents
• coronary artery disease
• diagnostic angiography