General Information

Age Group

Pediatrics/Children

Status

Recruiting

Protocol Number

INOVA-2025-9

Background Information

Iodinated contrast media (ICM) are substances containing iodine that are used in medical imaging procedures (such as X-rays, computed tomography [CT] scans, and cardiac catheterization with angiography). ICM are known to have toxic effects, however, their effect on thyroid function has not been fully studied. The purpose of the study is to determine the extent of thyroid dysfunction that follows ICM exposure in high-risk pediatric patients.

Offered At

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 
3300 Gallows Road 
Falls Church, VA 22042
Principal Investigator

Catherine Tomasulo, MD

Eligibility Information

  • Younger than 4 years old
  • Currently underwent cardiac catheterization from June 2022 to June 2024

Ineligibility Information

  • Older than 4 years old at the time of catheterization