Overview
Optison is a perflutren based microbubble ultrasound contrast agent formulated with a protein shell to enhance echogenicity for cardiac imaging.
Properties
Gas filled microspheres produce strong ultrasound backscatter, improve endocardial border definition and are cleared rapidly by the lungs.
Uses
Primarily used to enhance transthoracic echocardiography image quality and to assess myocardial perfusion in research settings.
Safety
Monitor for hypersensitivity and cardiopulmonary adverse events; follow administration and monitoring recommendations for safe use.