CT enterography: Mannitol versus VoLumen

Abstract

Mannitol in CTE achieves studies of a better quality than and is a viable alternative to VoLumen.

Evaluation of the performance of two neutral oral contrast agents in computed tomography enterography: A randomized controlled trial

“…This study suggested that the imaging quality using mannitol and PEG as oral contrast agent did not differ significantly with respect to small bowel distention, bowel wall visibility, and intestinal homogeneity. Previous studies have shown that both mannitol and PEG can achieve relatively good imaging quality . Because both mannitol and PEG are isodense that can improve the conspicuity of bowel lumen and wall.…”

“…Previous studies have shown that both mannitol and PEG can achieve relatively good imaging quality. 14,19 Because both mannitol and PEG are isodense that can improve the conspicuity of bowel lumen and wall.…”

“…Several studies have compared the performances of various neutral contrast agents used in CTE, including water, whole milk, methylcellulose, polyethylene glycol (PEG), mannitol, lactulose and low‐concentration barium . Excellent imaging quality combined with a good taste makes mannitol one of the most widely used neutral contrast agents in CTE .…”

“…11,12 Several studies have compared the performances of various neutral contrast agents used in CTE, including water, whole milk, methylcellulose, polyethylene glycol (PEG), mannitol, lactulose and lowconcentration barium. [13][14][15] Excellent imaging quality combined with a good taste makes mannitol one of the most widely used neutral contrast agents in CTE. 14,16 However, risks of dehydration and loss of electrolytes, as well as that of producing explosive gas after mannitol ingestion have significantly limited its clinical application.…”

“…[13][14][15] Excellent imaging quality combined with a good taste makes mannitol one of the most widely used neutral contrast agents in CTE. 14,16 However, risks of dehydration and loss of electrolytes, as well as that of producing explosive gas after mannitol ingestion have significantly limited its clinical application. 17,18 Although no serious adverse reactions have been reported, it remains to be confirmed whether the use of isotonic mannitol as an oral contrast agent in CTE is accompanied by other side effects.…”