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Insights Imaging
; 7(6): 801-818, 2016 Dec.
Artículo
en Inglés
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-27761883
RESUMEN
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.