An arteriogram or aortogram may be performed to detect any abnormalities in the blood vessels or the aorta. The most common issues are aneurysms, the narrowing of blood vessels, spasming of the blood vessels, arteriovenous malformation, thrombosis, or occlusion.

2002年4月15日 · Given the high rate of morbidity and mortality associated with abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs), accurate diagnosis and preoperative evaluation are essential for improved patient outcomes....

2024年7月19日 · Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), which is an abnormal focal dilation of the abdominal aorta, is relatively common and has the potential for significant morbidity and mortality.

2016年2月27日 · Conventional abdominal aortography can be performed as a “flush” study to visualize the vasculature of the vessel and to determine the presence or absence of relevant pathology. This is usually done by positioning the catheter in …

2023年8月7日 · An aortogram is of definite value in a suspected abdominal aortic aneurysm. It corroborates the clinical impression. It can also reveal the exact level and extent of the lesion.

2025年2月10日 · The abdominal aorta (plural: aortas or aortae 4) is the main blood vessel in the abdominal cavity that transmits oxygenated blood from the thoracic cavity to the organs within the abdomen and to the lower limbs. It is a continuation of descending thoracic aorta at T12 posterior to the median arcuate ligament and diaphragmatic crura.

Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) can be detected using a CT scan or MRI scan as well. Additionally, a large AAA may cast a shadow on a plain abdominal x-ray similar to that of a thoracic aortic aneurysm during a chest x-ray.

An abdominal aortogram is a specialized procedure that helps doctors visualize the aorta in the abdomen, detecting any abnormalities that could lead to severe complications if left untreated. At Capitol Cardiology Associates, we use advanced imaging technology to ensure proper diagnoses and effective treatments.

2022年10月18日 · Aortic angiography is a procedure that uses a special dye and x-rays to see how blood flows through the aorta. The aorta is the major artery. It carries blood out of the heart, and through your abdomen or belly. Angiography uses x …

Abdominal aortogram in a posteroanterior projection in a patient with fibromuscular dysplasia. Note the absence of the hepatic and splenic branches of the celiac artery, which is occluded. The left renal artery is occluded at the site of a previously (more...)