Death During CT Scan: CT scan is done to identify diseases hidden in the body. But there can be a risk of death in this process. Recently, a 34-year-old woman has become its victim. 

CT scans, which are used to get a clear picture of the inside of the body, can sometimes prove fatal. Recently a 34-year-old woman, Lee Rodgers, died during a CT scan.  

According to British tabloid 'The Sun', the woman was allergic to the chemical dye that was used for the scan process. This incident has emerged as a serious warning, making it clear how dangerous the reaction to the chemicals used in the scan can be.

what is the whole incident 

Lee Rodgers had been suffering from persistent toothache for two weeks, and when the pain became unbearable, she made an appointment with her dental clinic. After which her partner Darren called an ambulance to the house. Upon arriving at the University Hospital of County Durham, the doctor found that the cause of the pain was an infection. She was then advised to undergo a full-body CT scan to see if she had an infection called Ludwig's angina, a rare and dangerous bacterial infection. For this, Lee was given an iodine-containing contrast dye so that the images during the scan would be clear and sharp.

Allergy during CT scan

During the CT scan, Lee suddenly had a severe allergic reaction, called anaphylactic shock. The reaction was so severe and dangerous that she became extremely ill during the scan and died. Dr. Oliver Moore, a specialist in emergency medicine, said he had never seen a patient have such a severe allergic reaction to contrast dye in his entire career.

Cause of death

The post-mortem report clarified that the cause of Lee's death was a "severe allergic reaction to contrast media". Senior Assistant Coroner for County Durham and Darlington, Crispin Oliver, also issued a narrative verdict in the case, saying that there was no delay in Lee's death and he was provided with emergency care immediately.

Alert

This incident once again proves that medical procedures, even if they are intended to save lives, can sometimes pose life-threatening risks. Doctors and patients need to be cautious about allergic reactions during CT scans and other medical procedures.