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Techniques for performing multidetector-row computed tomographic angiography.

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Rubin, GD
Published in: Tech Vasc Interv Radiol
March 2001

The introduction of multidetector-row computed tomography (CT) scanners has substantially improved the quality and ease of performing CT angiography. CT angiography is a robust method of volumetric vascular imaging that offers benefits over conventional angiography. As CT angiography has become a mainstream examination in many radiology departments, a discussion of techniques toward optimizing CT angiography performed with multidetector-row CT scanners is important. Key principles for optimizing spiral CT acquisition are discussed, and an explanation of multidetector-row CT principles germane to peripheral vascular imaging is presented. A discussion of contrast medium administration strategies ensues, with attention toward injection protocol and bolus timing. An overview of 3-dimensional visualization techniques is subsequently presented, followed by some general rules for CT angiographic interpretation. The article concludes with anatomically directed protocol considerations for the carotid and intracranial circulation, thoracic aorta, pulmonary arteries, abdominal aortoiliac system, renal arteries, and lower extremity arterial inflow and run-off.

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Tech Vasc Interv Radiol

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ISSN

1089-2516

Publication Date

March 2001

Volume

4

Issue

1

Start / End Page

2 / 14

Location

United States

Related Subject Headings

  • Vascular Diseases
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted
  • Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted
  • Humans
  • Equipment Design
  • Contrast Media
  • Angiography
 

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Rubin, G. D. (2001). Techniques for performing multidetector-row computed tomographic angiography. Tech Vasc Interv Radiol, 4(1), 2–14. https://doi.org/10.1053/tvir.2001.22966
Rubin, G. D. “Techniques for performing multidetector-row computed tomographic angiography.Tech Vasc Interv Radiol 4, no. 1 (March 2001): 2–14. https://doi.org/10.1053/tvir.2001.22966.
Rubin GD. Techniques for performing multidetector-row computed tomographic angiography. Tech Vasc Interv Radiol. 2001 Mar;4(1):2–14.
Rubin, G. D. “Techniques for performing multidetector-row computed tomographic angiography.Tech Vasc Interv Radiol, vol. 4, no. 1, Mar. 2001, pp. 2–14. Pubmed, doi:10.1053/tvir.2001.22966.
Rubin GD. Techniques for performing multidetector-row computed tomographic angiography. Tech Vasc Interv Radiol. 2001 Mar;4(1):2–14.
Journal cover image

Published In

Tech Vasc Interv Radiol

DOI

ISSN

1089-2516

Publication Date

March 2001

Volume

4

Issue

1

Start / End Page

2 / 14

Location

United States

Related Subject Headings

  • Vascular Diseases
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted
  • Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted
  • Humans
  • Equipment Design
  • Contrast Media
  • Angiography