Specific Anatomic Region | Thoracic Aorta |
Application | R/O dissection |
Author | Fishman EK |
Reference Source | Personal communication |
Scanner Used | Siemens Somatom Plus4 |
Injection Rate | 3ml/sec |
Contrast Volume and Type | 100-120ml of Omnipaque-350 |
Area Scanned | From diaphragm to lung apex |
Scan Delay | 30sec |
Length of Spiral (time) | 30-40sec |
Slice Thickness | 3mm |
Table Speed/Pitch | 5-6mm/sec |
Reconstruction Interval | 2-3mm |
3D Technique Used | Volume rendering |
Comment: We scan from the bases upward to decrease the artifact off contrast in the axilla as well as to take advantage of optimizing patient breathhold. |