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

Imaging Studies VII: Vascular Imaging01:19

Imaging Studies VII: Vascular Imaging

409
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...
409
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System V: CT01:28

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System V: CT

412
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...
412
Rheumatic Heart Disease II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies01:22

Rheumatic Heart Disease II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies

768
The key clinical manifestations of Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) include several distinct cardiac symptoms.Carditis, a hallmark of acute rheumatic fever, involves inflammation of the heart's endocardium, myocardium, and pericardium. Chronic RHD often results from recurrent episodes of carditis. Its symptoms include the following:Murmurs are caused by valvular damage, especially to the mitral and aortic valves. Mitral stenosis or regurgitation is common, with characteristic heart murmurs...
768
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System IV: CMRI01:21

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System IV: CMRI

431
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,...
431
Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies01:21

Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies

408
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...
408
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray01:20

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray

526
The most common cardiovascular diagnostic test is an X-ray. It produces images of the heart, blood vessels, and adjacent structures.
Definition and Purpose
An X-ray, or radiograph, is a non-invasive method that uses ionizing radiation to take images of internal structures. It is mainly used in cardiac imaging to examine the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels, aiming to identify abnormalities in the heart's size, shape, and position, such as heart failure, congenital defects, and vascular...
526

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

Switching from intravenous to subcutaneous infliximab in Behçet's disease: feasibility, safety and early outcomes.

Clinical and experimental rheumatology·2026
Same author

Takayasu arteritis phenotypes and outcomes: A data-driven cluster analysis from a large international cohort.

Journal of autoimmunity·2026
Same author

Overlapping forms of granulomatosis with polyangiitis and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis: Insights from a European multicenter study.

Journal of internal medicine·2025
Same author

Exploring the genetic interaction between ERAP1/ERAP2 and HLA-B*52:01 in Takayasu arteritis.

Rheumatology (Oxford, England)·2025
Same author

ORCHESTRA Delphi consensus: diagnostic and therapeutic management of SARS-CoV-2 infection in patients with rheumatological diseases.

Clinical microbiology and infection : the official publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases·2025
Same author

Proteomic Profiling of the Large-Vessel Vasculitis Spectrum Identifying Shared Signatures of Innate Immune Activation and Stromal Remodeling.

Arthritis & rheumatology (Hoboken, N.J.)·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 25, 2026

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

Three-Dimensional Imaging of Aortic Tissues in Atherosclerosis

Published on: October 25, 2024

1.6K

Application of imaging techniques for Takayasu arteritis.

Enrico Tombetti1, Justin C Mason2

  • 1San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Department of Immunology, Transplantation and Infectious Diseases, Milano, Italy.

Presse Medicale (Paris, France : 1983)
|August 1, 2017
PubMed
Summary

Takayasu arteritis causes arterial damage, leading to stenosis or dilation. Current non-invasive imaging helps monitor disease, but better methods are needed to quantify damage and assess arterial wall activity.

More Related Videos

Time-Resolved, Dynamic Computed Tomography Angiography for Characterization of Aortic Endoleaks and Treatment Guidance via 2D-3D Fusion-Imaging
09:32

Time-Resolved, Dynamic Computed Tomography Angiography for Characterization of Aortic Endoleaks and Treatment Guidance via 2D-3D Fusion-Imaging

Published on: December 9, 2021

3.6K
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

10.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 25, 2026

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

Three-Dimensional Imaging of Aortic Tissues in Atherosclerosis

Published on: October 25, 2024

1.6K
Time-Resolved, Dynamic Computed Tomography Angiography for Characterization of Aortic Endoleaks and Treatment Guidance via 2D-3D Fusion-Imaging
09:32

Time-Resolved, Dynamic Computed Tomography Angiography for Characterization of Aortic Endoleaks and Treatment Guidance via 2D-3D Fusion-Imaging

Published on: December 9, 2021

3.6K
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

10.3K

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Rheumatology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Takayasu arteritis is characterized by arterial injury, remodeling, and potential stenosis or dilation.
  • Arterial damage severity correlates with prognosis, making prevention a therapeutic priority.
  • Non-invasive imaging has advanced disease identification and monitoring in Takayasu arteritis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current imaging strategies for Takayasu arteritis.
  • To define the roles of individual imaging modalities in diagnosis and monitoring.
  • To explore potential future advancements in imaging for Takayasu arteritis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on imaging modalities used in Takayasu arteritis.
  • Analysis of the strengths and limitations of various non-invasive imaging techniques.
  • Discussion of the need for improved quantitative and activity-based imaging.

Main Results:

  • Non-invasive imaging is crucial for assessing disease extent and severity.
  • Existing imaging methods have limitations in quantifying arterial damage and determining disease activity.
  • Distinguishing inflammatory from non-inflammatory progression remains a challenge for current imaging.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal use of individual imaging modalities at different disease stages requires further clarification.
  • Development of imaging techniques for quantifying arterial damage and assessing arterial wall activity is essential.
  • Future advances in imaging hold promise for improved diagnosis and management of Takayasu arteritis.