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CT Aortography
CT Aortography is a specialized imaging procedure used to visualize the aorta, the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body, and its branches. It provides detailed images of the aortic anatomy and helps in diagnosing various vascular conditions.
Process:
During a CT Aortography scan, the patient is injected with a contrast dye intravenously, which highlights the blood vessels. The patient then undergoes a series of rapid CT scans, focusing on the aorta and its branches. These scans capture detailed cross-sectional images that are processed by a computer to create comprehensive pictures of the aortic vasculature.
Uses:
- Diagnosis of Aortic Aneurysms: CT Aortography is crucial for detecting and measuring aortic aneurysms, which are abnormal bulges in the aortic wall.
- Evaluation of Aortic Dissections: It helps in diagnosing and characterizing aortic dissections, a life-threatening condition where the layers of the aortic wall separate.
- Assessment of Aortic Stenosis: CT Aortography can identify narrowing (stenosis) of the aorta and its branches.
- Detection of Vascular Trauma: It aids in evaluating traumatic injuries to the aorta or major blood vessels.
- Planning Vascular Interventions: Surgeons use CT Aortography images to plan endovascular procedures or surgeries for aortic pathologies.
Others:
- High-Resolution Imaging: CT Aortography provides detailed images of the aortic anatomy, allowing for precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Non-Invasive Alternative: It is a non-invasive procedure compared to traditional angiography, reducing patient discomfort and recovery time.
- Guidance for Vascular Surgery: CT findings assist vascular surgeons in planning complex interventions for aortic diseases.
