Abstract
To avoid potentially deadly consequences from paradoxical emboli, early detection and accurate characterization of pulmonary arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) is highly desirable. We report on a patient with a suspected pulmonary AVM who underwent ultrafast time-resolved 3D MR angiography of the pulmonary arteries. The case documents the suitability of the MRA technique as a noninvasive alternative to computed tomographic angiography and digital subtraction angiography for accurate pre-therapeutic characterization of pulmonary AVMs.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 3 |
Pages (from-to) | 458-460 |
Number of pages | 3 |
ISSN | 1053-1807 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 06.03.2001 |