The most common cause of contrast medium leaking out of a vessel and infiltrating the surrounding tissues is:
A) needle displacement.
B) disease processes/pathology.
C) using a needle that is too large.
D) pulling the needle out too fast.

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Needle displacement is the most common cause of contrast medium extravasation, as it can lead to the contrast leaking out of the vessel into surrounding tissues.

The Most Common Cause of Contrast Medium Leaking Out of a Vessel