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The retrotracheal space: normal anatomic and pathologic appearances.

Tomás Franquet1, Jeremy J Erasmus, Ana Giménez

  • 1Department of Radiology, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona, Avda Sant Antoni M. Claret 167, 08025 Barcelona, Spain. 19429tfc@comb.es

Radiographics : a Review Publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc
|October 12, 2002
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Diseases affecting the retrotracheal space, including aortic arch anomalies and esophageal issues, often appear as contour abnormalities on chest radiography. Advanced imaging like computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) are crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Thoracic Imaging
  • Mediastinal Pathology

Background:

  • The retrotracheal space harbors structures whose pathology can manifest as mediastinal diseases.
  • Radiographic findings in the retrotracheal space often present as contour abnormalities or increased opacity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diverse diseases affecting the retrotracheal space and adjacent structures.
  • To highlight the role of imaging in the detection, diagnosis, and management of these conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of radiographic, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging findings.
  • Discussion of common and uncommon pathologies including aortic arch anomalies, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms, and lymphatic malformations.

Main Results:

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  • Right subclavian artery originating from the left aortic arch appears as an oblique opacity on chest radiography.
  • Aortic aneurysms/pseudoaneurysms manifest as mass-like lesions protruding into the retrotracheal space.
  • CT and MR imaging are essential for diagnosing vascular and mediastinal abnormalities, including lymphatic malformations.

Conclusions:

  • Familiarity with normal retrotracheal space appearance and disease manifestations aids detection and diagnosis.
  • Advanced imaging modalities like CT angiography and MR imaging are key for evaluating thoracic aorta pathology.
  • Retrotracheal space abnormalities can be the initial indicator for esophageal diseases.