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Erschienen in: The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging 7/2008

01.10.2008 | Original Paper

Endocardial irregularities of the left atrial roof as seen on coronary CT angiography

verfasst von: Angeline C. Poh, Amy L. Juraszek, Hale Ersoy, Amanda G. Whitmore, Michael J. Davidson, Dimitrios Mitsouras, Frank John Rybicki

Erschienen in: The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging | Ausgabe 7/2008

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Abstract

Objective To describe and characterize morphological characteristics of endocardial irregularities in the roof of the left atrium as seen on coronary CT angiography. Methods We retrospectively evaluated the left atrium in 50 consecutive coronary CT patients with multiplanar reformatting, volume rendering, and virtual endoscopy. Results Twenty-one of the 50 patients had an endocardial irregularity at the roof of the left atrium. The most common finding (n = 14) was a smooth diverticulum, arising near the venoatrial junction of the right superior pulmonary vein. Conclusion Endocardial irregularities of the left atrium can be identified on coronary CT and may be more common than previously considered. The findings probably represent remnants of the cardinal venous system during embryological development. Further work should focus on the true prevalence and potential clinical significance.
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Metadaten
Titel
Endocardial irregularities of the left atrial roof as seen on coronary CT angiography
verfasst von
Angeline C. Poh
Amy L. Juraszek
Hale Ersoy
Amanda G. Whitmore
Michael J. Davidson
Dimitrios Mitsouras
Frank John Rybicki
Publikationsdatum
01.10.2008
Verlag
Springer Netherlands
Erschienen in
The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging / Ausgabe 7/2008
Print ISSN: 1569-5794
Elektronische ISSN: 1875-8312
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10554-008-9315-3

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