Overview
Lipiodol is an iodinated ethyl ester of poppyseed oil used as a radiopaque agent for lymphatic imaging and as a vehicle for chemoembolization.
Properties
Viscous radiopaque oil that remains in tissues for prolonged periods and provides high contrast on radiography and CT.
Uses
Used for conventional lymphangiography portal vein embolization mapping and as a carrier for transarterial chemoembolization in hepatic tumors.
Safety
Avoid intravascular embolization outside intended targets; monitor for allergic reactions and consider aspiration risk with oral or enteric use.