Normal values for aortic diameters in children and adolescents – assessment <it>in vivo </it>by contrast-enhanced CMR-angiography

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Contrast-enhanced CMR angiography (CE-CMRA) is being increasingly used for diagnosing aortic arch anomalies, planning interventions and follow-up assessment. We sought to establish normal values for the diameters of the thoracic aort...

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Main Authors: Bergsträsser Eva, Albisetti Manuela, Kellenberger Christian J, Kaiser Thomas, Valsangiacomo Buechel Emanuela R
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-12-01
Series:Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
Online Access:http://www.jcmr-online.com/content/10/1/56