Venogram: Risks
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Risks
There is some risk of problems with a venogram.
- There is a small risk of developing an allergic reaction to the dye.
- There is a small risk of infection or damage to the veins being studied. In rare cases, a venogram can cause a deep vein thrombosis.
- There is a risk of kidney problems if you take metformin (Glucophage) to control your diabetes.
- There is always a slight chance of damage to cells or tissue from radiation, including the low levels of radiation used for this test. However, the chance of damage from the X-rays is usually very low compared with the benefits of the test.
After the test
In rare cases, a venogram can cause an infection or a blood clot in the area studied. Call your doctor immediately if you have:
- A fever.
- Increasing pain, redness, or swelling in the arm or leg studied.
| Last updated: | September 11, 2007 |
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| Author: | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS |
| Reviewed By: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine, Paul D. Traughber, MD - Radiology |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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