Is [ Contrast-enhanced computed tomography the required minimum in the diagnosis of abdominal and retroperitoneal space-occupying lesions ]?
The potential benefit of contrast-enhanced CT virtually always outweighs the risks associated with the injection of a contrast agent.
Our study shows that abnormal serum calcium levels are associated with a clinical response to treatment maximization in patients with HF. Mild hypocalcemia after maximization of therapy is not associated with poorer prognosis. Hypercalcemia is associated with lack of response to treatment, and its prognostic value remains unclear.  