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Published in: Abdominal Radiology 7/2019

01-07-2019 | Pathology | Review

The inferior vena cava: a pictorial review of embryology, anatomy, pathology, and interventions

Authors: David S. Shin, Claire K. Sandstrom, Christopher R. Ingraham, Eric J. Monroe, Guy E. Johnson

Published in: Abdominal Radiology | Issue 7/2019

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Abstract

The inferior vena cava (IVC) is the largest venous conduit below the diaphragm. Although this structure is often overlooked both clinically and radiographically, it can be involved in many different pathologic processes. A thorough understanding of the IVC will assist the radiologist in recognizing anatomic variants, identifying abnormalities, and providing accurate differential diagnoses. In this comprehensive pictorial review of the IVC, we depict embryology behind anatomic variants, present a wide range of pathology with a focus on diagnostic imaging, and describe relevant endovascular interventions.
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Metadata
Title
The inferior vena cava: a pictorial review of embryology, anatomy, pathology, and interventions
Authors
David S. Shin
Claire K. Sandstrom
Christopher R. Ingraham
Eric J. Monroe
Guy E. Johnson
Publication date
01-07-2019
Publisher
Springer US
Keyword
Pathology
Published in
Abdominal Radiology / Issue 7/2019
Print ISSN: 2366-004X
Electronic ISSN: 2366-0058
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-019-01988-3

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