Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Aortic Regurgitation II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests01:22

Aortic Regurgitation II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests

1.1K
Aortic valve regurgitation (AR) occurs when the aortic valve fails to close properly, allowing blood to flow backward from the aorta into the left ventricle. This backflow can result in two distinct clinical presentations: acute and chronic AR, each characterized by its own set of symptoms and physical findings.Acute Aortic RegurgitationAcute AR presents with a sudden onset of severe symptoms. Patients typically experience profound dyspnea (shortness of breath), chest pain, and signs of left...
1.1K
Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies01:21

Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies

586
Thoracic, aortic arch and abdominal aneurysms are significant vascular conditions that can present with various clinical manifestations and lead to serious complications. Understanding these manifestations and the appropriate diagnostic studies is essential for effective management and treatment.Thoracic Aortic AneurysmsThoracic aortic aneurysms often remain asymptomatic until they reach a size that impinges on adjacent structures. They typically cause deep, diffuse chest pain that radiates to...
586
Imaging Studies VII: Vascular Imaging01:19

Imaging Studies VII: Vascular Imaging

556
DefinitionRenal angiography, also known as renal arteriography, is an imaging technique used to obtain a comprehensive view of blood flow and the vascular structure of blood vessels in the kidneys and surrounding areas.PurposeRenal angiography detects blood vessel abnormalities in the kidneys, such as aneurysms, stenosis, thrombosis, vascular tumors, and renal artery stenosis. It evaluates kidney function and guides interventional treatments like angioplasty or stent placement.Pre-Procedure...
556
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System IV: CMRI01:21

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System IV: CMRI

529
Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging, or CMRI, is a non-invasive diagnostic test that employs a magnetic field and radiofrequency waves to create precise images of the heart and arteries. It provides comprehensive information about cardiac anatomy, function, perfusion, and tissue characterization without ionizing radiation.IndicationsCMRI diagnoses various heart conditions, including tissue damage from heart attacks, ischemic heart disease, myocarditis, aortic issues (tears, aneurysms,...
529
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System V: CT01:28

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System V: CT

653
Cardiac computed tomography (CT) scanning is an advanced cardiac imaging technique that utilizes CT technology, with or without intravenous (IV) contrast, to produce accurate cross-sectional virtual slices of specific areas of the heart, coronary circulation, and major blood vessels such as the aorta, pulmonary veins, and arteries. The computer processes these slices to generate three-dimensional images. Multidetector CT (MDCT) is a rapid form of CT scanning that captures multiple slices...
653
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System VI: Calcium -Scoring CT01:25

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System VI: Calcium -Scoring CT

965
Calcium-Scoring CT ScanA calcium-scoring CT scan, also known as coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan, detects calcium deposits in the coronary arteries. This test assesses the risk of coronary artery disease (CAD), which can lead to cardiovascular events such as angina, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest.A calcium-scoring CT scan is generally recommended for individuals at intermediate risk of CAD without symptoms. It includes:Men aged 40-75 and women aged 50-75: Especially those with a...
965

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Coronary Plaque Progression After Androgen Deprivation Therapy in Men With Prostate Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

JAMA cardiology·2026
Same author

Clinical Role of Epicardial Adipose Tissue.

The Canadian journal of cardiology·2025
Same author

Predicting Late Adverse Events in Uncomplicated Stanford Type B Aortic Dissection: Results From the ROADMAP Validation Study.

Circulation. Cardiovascular imaging·2025
Same author

Confidence-Aware Severity Assessment of Lung Disease from Chest X-Rays Using Deep Neural Network on a Multi-Reader Dataset.

Journal of imaging informatics in medicine·2024
Same author

Epicardial adipose tissue attenuation on computed tomography in women with coronary microvascular dysfunction: A pilot, hypothesis generating study.

Atherosclerosis·2024
Same author

Differential effect of atorvastatin and pravastatin on thoracic spine attenuation: A sub-analysis of a randomized clinical trial.

Atherosclerosis·2023
Same journal

Seeing the Unseen: Deep Learning and the Pre-Therapy Cardiac Phenotype in Cardiotoxicity.

JACC. Cardiovascular imaging·2026
Same journal

Measure Simply, Stratify Better: Suspected Myocarditis-The Clinical Case for Atrial LAS in Routine CMR.

JACC. Cardiovascular imaging·2026
Same journal

Expert Human Readers vs ECG Criteria for Detecting Left Ventricular Hypertrophy: A CMR-Based Comparison.

JACC. Cardiovascular imaging·2026
Same journal

Secondary Tricuspid Regurgitation in Pulmonary Hypertension: Marker, Mediator, and Potential Target?

JACC. Cardiovascular imaging·2026
Same journal

Integrated Coronary CT Angiography Assessment of Plaque Vulnerability and Clinical Outcomes: The Morphology-Inflammation-Burden (MIB) Score.

JACC. Cardiovascular imaging·2026
Same journal

Coronary CT Angiography: New Insights in Search of Vulnerable Plaques and Patients.

JACC. Cardiovascular imaging·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 28, 2026

Three-Dimensional Imaging of Aortic Tissues in Atherosclerosis
09:55

Three-Dimensional Imaging of Aortic Tissues in Atherosclerosis

Published on: October 25, 2024

1.4K

Multimodality imaging of aortitis.

Gregory R Hartlage1, John Palios2, Bruce J Barron3

  • 1Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia; Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia.

JACC. Cardiovascular Imaging
|June 14, 2014
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Multimodality imaging aids in diagnosing aortitis by detecting inflammation and structural changes. It

Keywords:
aortic aneurysmaortitisarteritiscomputed tomographyechocardiographymagnetic resonancepositron emmision tomographyvascular ultrasound

More Related Videos

Multimodality Diagnosis of Mesenteric Ischemia
05:07

Multimodality Diagnosis of Mesenteric Ischemia

Published on: July 21, 2023

1.6K
Generation and 3-Dimensional Quantitation of Arterial Lesions in Mice Using Optical Projection Tomography
11:45

Generation and 3-Dimensional Quantitation of Arterial Lesions in Mice Using Optical Projection Tomography

Published on: May 26, 2015

9.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 28, 2026

Three-Dimensional Imaging of Aortic Tissues in Atherosclerosis
09:55

Three-Dimensional Imaging of Aortic Tissues in Atherosclerosis

Published on: October 25, 2024

1.4K
Multimodality Diagnosis of Mesenteric Ischemia
05:07

Multimodality Diagnosis of Mesenteric Ischemia

Published on: July 21, 2023

1.6K
Generation and 3-Dimensional Quantitation of Arterial Lesions in Mice Using Optical Projection Tomography
11:45

Generation and 3-Dimensional Quantitation of Arterial Lesions in Mice Using Optical Projection Tomography

Published on: May 26, 2015

9.3K

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Imaging
  • Vascular Inflammation
  • Aortitis Diagnosis

Background:

  • Aortitis involves inflammation of the aorta, leading to mural and luminal changes.
  • Complications include aneurysm, stenosis, dissection, and rupture.
  • Accurate diagnosis and management are crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review multimodality imaging for diagnosing and managing aortitis.
  • To highlight the role of imaging in identifying acute and chronic changes.
  • To emphasize imaging's utility in guiding treatment and prognosis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on imaging modalities for aortitis.
  • Discussion of techniques like MRI, CT, and PET/CT.
  • Focus on identifying inflammatory and structural abnormalities.

Main Results:

  • Multimodality imaging detects mural changes (inflammation, edema, fibrosis).
  • Imaging characterizes luminal abnormalities (aneurysm, stenosis, occlusion).
  • It identifies complications (dissection, rupture, thrombosis) and guides interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Imaging is vital for diagnosing specific aortitis types (e.g., Takayasu arteritis).
  • It establishes disease extent, informs prognosis, and monitors treatment response.
  • Familiarity with imaging modalities optimizes patient care for aortitis spectrum disorders.