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Kumar DS, Bhat V, Gadabanahalli K, Kalyanpur A. Spectrum of Abdominal Aortic Disease in a Tertiary Health Care Setup: MDCT Based Observational Study. J Clin Diagn Res 2017; 10:TC24-TC29. [PMID: 28050476 DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2016/21373.8928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2016] [Accepted: 09/06/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Abdominal aortic disease is an important cause of clinical disability that requires early detection by imaging methods for prompt and effective management. Understanding regional disease pattern and prevalence has a bearing on healthcare management and resource planning. Non-invasive, conclusive imaging strategy plays an important role in the detection of disease. Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (MDCT) with its technological developments provides affordable, accurate and comprehensive imaging solution. AIM To evaluate regional demography of abdominal aortic disease spectrum detected using MDCT imaging data in a tertiary hospital. MATERIALS AND METHODS A descriptive study was conducted based on MDCT imaging data of patients who were investigated with clinical diagnosis of abdominal aortic disease, from March 2008-2010, over a period of 24 months. Patients were examined with the contrast-enhanced MDCT examination. Morphological diagnosis of the aortic disease was based on changes in relative aortic caliber, luminal irregularity, presence of wall calcification, dissection or thrombus and evidence of major branch occlusion. Patients were categorized into four groups based on imaging findings. MDCT information and associated clinical parameters were examined and correlated to management of patient. Descriptive statistical data, namely mean, standard deviation and frequency of disease were evaluated. RESULTS A total of 90 out of 210 patients (43%) were detected with the abdominal aortic abnormality defined by imaging criteria. Group I, comprising of patients with atherosclerosis -including those with complications, constituted 65.5% of the patients. Group II represented patients with aneurysms (45.5%). Group III, consisting of 32.2% of the patients, contained those with dissections. The rest of the patients, including patients with aorto-arteritis, were classified as group IV. Eight patients with aneurysm and one patient with aorto-arteritis were considered for surgical treatment. Ten patients with dissection underwent endovascular procedure. Rest of the patients was managed conservatively. CONCLUSION Aortic disease was observed in 43% of investigated patients. Atherosclerosis with and without aortic aneurysm constituted the largest group. MDCT provided comprehensive information about the lesion and associated complications. In view of the wider availability and desired imaging qualities, MDCT provided optimal information for diagnosis and management of aortic pathology. Majority of our patients (90%) were treated conservatively.
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- Dg Santosh Kumar
- Consultant Radiologist, Narayana Health, Shaw Mazumdar Medical Center , Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Director of Imaging Services, Sr. Consultant, Department of Radiology, Narayana Health, Shaw Mazumdar Medical Center , Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Consultant Radiologist, Department of Radiology, Narayana Health, Teleradiology Solutions , Whitefield, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- CEO, Teleradiology Solutions, Teleradiology Solutions , Whitefield, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Cai Z, Erdahl C, Zeng K, Potts T, Sharafuddin M, Saba O, Wang G, Bai EW. Adaptive Bolus Chasing Computed Tomography Angiography: Control Scheme and Experimental Results. Biomed Signal Process Control 2008; 3:319-326. [PMID: 19802329 DOI: 10.1016/j.bspc.2008.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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In this paper, a new adaptive bolus-chasing control scheme is proposed to synchronize the bolus peak in a patient's vascular system and the imaging aperture of a computed tomography (CT) scanner. The proposed control scheme is theoretically evaluated and experimentally tested on a modified Siemens SOMATOM Volume Zoom CT scanner. The first set of experimental results are reported on bolus-chasing CT angiography using realistic bolus dynamics, real-time CT imaging and adaptive table control with physical vasculature phantoms. The data demonstrate that the proposed control approach tracks the bolus propagation well, and clearly outperforms the constant-speed scheme that is the current clinical standard.
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- Zhijun Cai
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 52242
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Woodfield CA, Torigian DA. MDCT angiography of middle mesenteric artery with associated bowel nonrotation complicating management of abdominal aortic aneurysm. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2006; 187:W524-7. [PMID: 17056885 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.05.0408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Courtney A Woodfield
- Department of Radiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 3400 Spruce St., Philadelphia, PA 19104-4283, USA
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de Gracia MM, Rodríguez-Vigil B, Garzón-Möll G, Bravo-Soberón A, Sánchez-Almaraz C, Alvarez-Sala-Walther R. Correlation between the Measurement of Transverse Diameter in the Proximal Neck on Computed Tomography and on Aortography before Endovascular Treatment of Infrarenal Aortic Aneurysm. Ann Vasc Surg 2006; 20:488-95. [PMID: 16791456 DOI: 10.1007/s10016-006-9077-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2006] [Revised: 04/07/2006] [Accepted: 04/10/2006] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The aim of this study was to determine the correlation between the measurement of transverse diameter of the proximal neck on computed tomographic angiography (CTA) and graduated catheter aortography in patients who are candidates for endovascular graft placement in order to replace, if both measurements are equivalent, aortography for CTA alone. Preoperative dual-slice CTA and graduated catheter aortography were performed in 35 consecutive patients with infrarenal aortic aneurysm within 10 days. Transverse proximal neck diameters were measured on a true axial section on CTA reconstructions and on aortographic images, always 6 mm distal from the most inferior main renal artery. Mean, median, and standard deviation were obtained and the measurements correlated for each patient using Pearson's correlation and linear regression analysis. A significant difference in proximal neck transverse diameter measurements was found between graduated catheter aortography and CTA in all cases. CTA values were a mean of 1.74 mm higher than aortography values. Pearson's correlation indicates a strong correlation between both techniques, and a regression equation determines the predictive value of aortography on the basis of CTA values. Estimation of the transverse diameter of the proximal neck on aortography on the basis of that obtained on CTA allows us to affirm that CTA could be used as the sole method for the preoperative selection of appropriate endograft size in patients with infrarenal aortic aneurysm.
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Spencer TA, Smyth SH, Wittich G, Hunter GC. Delayed presentation of traumatic aortocaval fistula: A report of two cases and a review of the associated compensatory hemodynamic and structural changes. J Vasc Surg 2006; 43:836-40. [PMID: 16616246 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2005.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2005] [Accepted: 12/01/2005] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Chronic aortocaval fistula (ACF) is a rare complication of gunshot wounds to the abdomen. Herein we report two cases of traumatic ACF: one asymptomatic and the other presenting with congestive heart failure (CHF) 20 and 30 years, respectively, after their initial injury. The recent onset of CHF, the presence of a continuous abdominal bruit, and, in the second patient, a history of penetrating trauma suggested the diagnosis of ACF. The diagnosis was confirmed by computed tomography scanning in both patients. Surgical repair of the ACF in the symptomatic patient resulted in resolution of the CHF and reversed the dilatation of the aorta and inferior vena cava. The asymptomatic patient was lost to follow-up. CHF in a young male patient with a history of penetrating abdominal trauma should alert the surgeon to this rare complication.
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- Todd A Spencer
- Department of Surgery, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston 77555-0541, USA
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Johnson PT, Fishman EK. IV Contrast Selection for MDCT: Current Thoughts and Practice. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2006; 186:406-15. [PMID: 16423946 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.04.1902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this article is to review studies evaluating how contrast concentration affects MDCT of the body and to report IV contrast infusion protocols from MDCT angiography and MDCT of abdominal tumors. CONCLUSION Higher concentrations (350 mg I/mL or greater) may improve visualization of small abdominal arteries. However, preliminary data comparing 300 mg I/mL to higher concentrations for MDCT of hypervascular hepatocellular carcinoma and pancreatic cancer have shown that higher concentrations may not increase tumor conspicuity.
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- Pamela T Johnson
- The Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, 601 N Caroline St., Rm. 3251, Baltimore, MD 21287
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Matsuki M, Kani H, Tatsugami F, Yoshikawa S, Narabayashi I, Lee SW, Shinohara H, Nomura E, Tanigawa N. Preoperative assessment of vascular anatomy around the stomach by 3D imaging using MDCT before laparoscopy-assisted gastrectomy. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2004; 183:145-51. [PMID: 15208129 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.183.1.1830145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Our aim was to evaluate the efficacy of 3D imaging using MDCT in the preoperative assessment of the vascular anatomy around the stomach before laparoscopy-assisted gastrectomy. SUBJECTS AND METHODS. Thirty-six consecutive patients scheduled for laparoscopy-assisted distal gastrectomy were evaluated on MDCT. CT was performed at the arterial phase after a bolus IV injection of contrast material. Three-dimensional CT angiography (3D CTA) of the arterial and venous systems was reconstructed separately using a volume-rendering algorithm, and the images were fused. Three-dimensional CTA for the left gastric, right gastric, and replaced left hepatic arteries and the left gastric coronary vein was evaluated prospectively by three reviewers, and then a surgical correlation was made. RESULTS In all 36 cases, the left gastric artery was correctly identified on 3D CTA. In 35 of 36 cases, the right gastric artery was correctly identified, whereas in one case, the right gastric artery could not be visualized on 3D CTA because of its small size. In 35 of 36 cases (i.e., one case with agenesis of the left gastric coronary vein was excluded), the left gastric coronary vein was correctly identified. In six cases, the replaced left hepatic artery was correctly identified on 3D CTA. All 36 cases underwent successful laparoscopy-assisted distal gastrectomy on the basis of the 3D CTA. Both the sensitivity and positive predictive values of 3D CTA revealed 100% correct determination of the left gastric artery, replaced left hepatic artery, and left gastric coronary vein. The sensitivity and positive predictive values for the right gastric artery were 97% and 100%, respectively. CONCLUSION Three-dimensional CTA using MDCT clearly revealed individual vascular anatomies around the stomach and could play an important role in safely facilitating the laparoscopy-assisted gastrectomy procedure.
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- Mitsuru Matsuki
- Department of Radiology, Osaka Medical College, 2-7 Daigaku-machi, Takatsuki City, Osaka 569-8686, Japan
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Ho LM, Nelson RC, Thomas J, Gimenez EI, DeLong DM. Abdominal aortic aneurysms at multi-detector row helical CT: optimization with interactive determination of scanning delay and contrast medium dose. Radiology 2004; 232:854-9. [PMID: 15333799 DOI: 10.1148/radiol.2323031006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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PURPOSE To prospectively evaluate a technique for optimizing aortoiliac enhancement at multi-detector row helical computed tomography (CT) with both the scanning delay and contrast medium dose determined by using an interactive method. MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty-five patients with abdominal aortic aneurysm were randomized to undergo multi-detector row helical CT with either an interactive protocol (n = 23) or a standard protocol (n = 22). Scanning delays in all patients were determined with automated triggering. Patients in the standard protocol group received 150 mL of contrast medium intravenously at 4 mL/sec. The same injection rate was used for the interactive protocol group, but the dose was reduced with discontinuation of injection at start of scanning. Quantities of contrast medium used and contrast-enhanced aortic attenuation achieved were compared. Aortoiliac enhancement was evaluated qualitatively by using a five-point scale (1 = poor, 5 = excellent). Quantitative and qualitative data were analyzed with the two-tailed t test and Wilcoxon rank sum test, respectively, to determine significance of differences (P <.05). RESULTS Data from six patients were excluded because of technical errors. Data were analyzed from 20 patients in the interactive protocol group and 19 in the standard protocol group. Mean contrast medium volume was 107 mL +/- 20 (standard deviation) in the interactive protocol group and 148 mL +/- 3 in the standard protocol group (P <.001). Mean contrast-enhanced attenuation at initial, peak, and final measurements was 257 HU +/- 38, 285 HU +/- 46, and 269 HU +/- 54, respectively, for the interactive protocol group, and 261 HU +/- 65, 288 HU +/- 66, and 269 HU +/- 61 for the standard protocol group (P >.05). Mean qualitative enhancement scores for interactive and standard protocol groups were 4.47 and 4.44, respectively (P =.47). CONCLUSION The interactive method is a simple, efficient, and reproducible way to optimize aortoiliac enhancement while reducing contrast medium dose.
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- Lisa M Ho
- Department of Radiology, Duke University Medical Center, Box 3808, Room 2529 Blue Zone, Durham, NC 27710, USA.
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Mesurolle B, Qanadli SD, El Hajjam M, Goeau-Brissonnière OA, Mignon F, Lacombe P. Occlusive arterial disease of abdominal aorta and lower extremities. Clin Imaging 2004; 28:252-60. [PMID: 15246474 DOI: 10.1016/s0899-7071(03)00201-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2003] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate helical CT angiography in the assessment of occlusive arterial disease of abdominal aorta and the lower extremities. Sixteen patients underwent both transcatheter angiography and helical CT. Helical CT was inconclusive in 6.2% of segments whereas angiography was inconclusive in 5%. The overall sensitivity of helical CT was 91% and specificity 93%. Segmental analysis found a sensitivity of 43% in infrapopliteal arteries, and a specificity of 86%.
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- Benoît Mesurolle
- Department of Radiology, University René Descartes Paris V, Ambroise Paré Hospital, 9 avenue Charles de Gaulle, 92104 Boulogne, France.
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Olin JW, Kaufman JA, Bluemke DA, Bonow RO, Gerhard MD, Jaff MR, Rubin GD, Hall W. Atherosclerotic Vascular Disease Conference. Circulation 2004; 109:2626-33. [PMID: 15173045 DOI: 10.1161/01.cir.0000128521.02390.72] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Cirugía sin arteriografía de los troncos viscerales. ANGIOLOGIA 2003. [DOI: 10.1016/s0003-3170(03)74821-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Macari M, Israel GM, Berman P, Lisi M, Tolia AJ, Adelman M, Megibow AJ. Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysms at multi-detector row CT angiography: intravascular enhancement without a timing acquisition. Radiology 2001; 220:519-23. [PMID: 11477263 DOI: 10.1148/radiology.220.2.r01au35519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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In 70 patients referred for evaluation of aortoiliac aneurysm disease, multi-detector row computed tomography was performed with a uniform 25-second delay from the initiation of intravenous administration of a 150-mL bolus of contrast material at 4 mL/sec. In all patients, adequate enhancement (>200 HU) of the aorta and intense enhancement of iliofemoral runoff was achieved without venous contamination.
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- M Macari
- Department of Radiology, Abdominal Imaging, New York University Medical Center, 560 First Ave, Suite HW 207, New York, NY 10016, USA.
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Aneurysm and type B dissections account for most acute abdominal aortic abnormalities. The postsurgical aorta deserves special attention owing to the risk of complications. Most aortic abnormalities presenting acutely are emergencies that carry a high risk of mortality, and imaging plays a critical role in patient evaluation. Modern helical CT scanners provide excellent spatial resolution, are readily available, and allow for rapid imaging. For these reasons, helical CT angiography is the imaging modality of choice for initial evaluation of the acute aorta.
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- C H Coulam
- Department of Radiology, S-072, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94305-5105, USA
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Bromley PJ, Kaufman JA. Abdominal aortic aneurysms before and after endograft implantation: evaluation by computed tomography. Tech Vasc Interv Radiol 2001; 4:15-26. [PMID: 11981786 DOI: 10.1053/tvir.2001.23090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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The evaluation of patients with abdominal aortic aneurysms for endograft candidacy and their follow-up after treatment are heavily dependent on radiologic imaging. Factors never considered during conventional open repair have become crucial to patient selection and procedural success, and the new and developing nature of the field of endovascular repair necessitates close surveillance of these devices after deployment. Computed tomography (CT) has emerged as the single most effective imaging tool for the preprocedural assessment and subsequent follow-up of these patients. This article outlines the technical parameters for obtaining pre- and postoperative CT examinations in endograft patients and discusses the important imaging findings.
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- P J Bromley
- Dotter Interventional Institute, Oregon Health Sciences University, 3181 Sam Jackson Park Road, Portland, OR 97201-3098, USA
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Urban BA, Ratner LE, Fishman EK. Three-dimensional volume-rendered CT angiography of the renal arteries and veins: normal anatomy, variants, and clinical applications. Radiographics 2001; 21:373-86; questionnaire 549-55. [PMID: 11259702 DOI: 10.1148/radiographics.21.2.g01mr19373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 212] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Three-dimensional volume-rendered computed tomographic (CT) angiography represents an increasingly important clinical tool that, in many institutions, is replacing conventional angiography in the depiction of normal vascular anatomy and the diagnosis of vascular disorders. Evaluation of conditions affecting the renal vasculature constitutes a major focus of volume-rendered CT angiography, which has documented utility for demonstrating both arterial and venous disease. Arterial disorders include renal artery stenosis, renal artery aneurysms, and dissection. Venous disorders include splenorenal shunts, thrombosis, and intravascular tumor extension. In addition, volume-rendered CT angiography accurately displays the normal and variant renal vascular anatomy, which is crucial to detect before surgery, especially partial nephrectomy and laparoscopic nephrectomy. CT angiography is also useful in the evaluation of the renal vasculature following renal transplantation. Familiarity with proper CT protocols and data acquisition techniques are crucial for accurate diagnosis.
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- B A Urban
- Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 600 N Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA
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