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A Modified Sonographic Algorithm for Image Acquisition in Life-Threatening Emergencies in the Critically Ill Newborn
Published on: April 7, 2023
Cardiothoracic imaging in the pregnant patient
Diana E Litmanovich1, Dennis Tack, Karen S Lee
1*Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA †Department of Radiology, Epicura Hospital, Baudour, Belgium.
Abstract:
Cardiovascular imaging during pregnancy poses a unique challenge to clinicians in differentiating between physiological changes mimicking pathology and true pathologic conditions, as well as for radiologists in terms of image quality. This review article will focus on 3 goals: first, to familiarize radiologists with safety issues related to imaging pregnant women using computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging; second, to review the current, evidence-based recommendations for radiology topics unique and common to pregnant and lactating patients; and third, to provide practical algorithms to minimize risk and increase safety for both the pregnant woman and the fetus.
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