Woman dies from allergic reaction to CT scan dye in North Durham

A 34-year-old woman, Leigh Rodgers, died after suffering a severe allergic reaction to iodine-based contrast dye during a CT scan at the University Hospital of North Durham. The scan was intended to check for Ludwig’s angina, a serious bacterial infection. Leigh had been experiencing tooth pain for two weeks before seeking medical help. After being admitted to the hospital, she was given the contrast dye for the scan but suffered a fatal anaphylactic shock while in the machine. An inquest confirmed that her death was caused by severe anaphylaxis due to the contrast media. Medical professionals noted that such reactions are rare, with one doctor stating he had never seen a case like this in his career.