Multidetector Computed Tomography in Traumatic and Nontraumatic Aortic Emergencies: Emphasis on Acute Aortic Syndromes

© The Author(s) 2020. Aortic emergencies comprise of a list of conditions which are uncommon but are potentially fatal. Prognosis is usually determined by emergent diagnosis and treatment and hence radiology plays a key role in patient management. In this article, we aim to review the various causes...

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Main Authors: Paul Sathiadoss, Mohammad Haroon, Sirote Wongwaisayawan, Satheesh Krishna, Adnan M. Sheikh
Other Authors: The Ottawa Hospital
Format: Review
Published: 2020
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Online Access:https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/54680
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Institution: Mahidol University
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Summary:© The Author(s) 2020. Aortic emergencies comprise of a list of conditions which are uncommon but are potentially fatal. Prognosis is usually determined by emergent diagnosis and treatment and hence radiology plays a key role in patient management. In this article, we aim to review the various causes of aortic emergencies and the relevant imaging findings placing special emphasis on acute aortic syndromes.