Multislice computed tomography is useful for evaluating partial anomalous pulmonary venous connection

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Volume-rendered images, derived from multidetector-row computed tomography (MDCT), can facilitate assessment of the morphology of partial anomalous pulmonary venous connection and are thus useful in pre-operative planning to prevent surgical morbidity and assist...

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Main Authors: Tanami Yutaka, Aeba Ryo, Kasahara Hirofumi, Yozu Ryohei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-05-01
Series:Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Online Access:http://www.cardiothoracicsurgery.org/content/5/1/40
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Summary:<p>Abstract</p> <p>Volume-rendered images, derived from multidetector-row computed tomography (MDCT), can facilitate assessment of the morphology of partial anomalous pulmonary venous connection and are thus useful in pre-operative planning to prevent surgical morbidity and assist post-operative evaluations.</p>
ISSN:1749-8090