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Cross-sectional imaging of aortic infections

Authors: D. J. Murphy, A. R. Keraliya, M. D. Agrawal, A Aghayev, M. L. Steigner

Published in: Insights into Imaging | Issue 6/2016

Abstract

Aortic infections are uncommon clinical entities, but are associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality. In this review, we focus on the cross-sectional imaging appearance of aortic infections, including aortic valve endocarditis, pyogenic aortitis, mycotic aneurysm and aortic graft infections, with an emphasis on CT, MRI and PET/CT appearance.

Teaching Points

• Aortic infections are associated with high morbidity and mortality.

• CT, MRI and FDG PET/CT play complementary roles in aortic infection imaging.

• Radiologists should be vigilant for aortic infection manifestations to ensure timely diagnosis.

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Title: Cross-sectional imaging of aortic infections
Authors: D. J. Murphy
A. R. Keraliya
M. D. Agrawal
A Aghayev
M. L. Steigner
Publication date: 01-12-2016
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: Insights into Imaging / Issue 6/2016
Electronic ISSN: 1869-4101
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13244-016-0522-5

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