imaging in the CVS Flashcards

1
Q

what are the imaging techniques for vascular anatomy

A

plain films
contras angiogram
ultrasound
CT/MRI

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2
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what are the imaging techniques for vascular function

A

radionucleotide imaging
MRI functional imaging
ultrasound

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3
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what are the important qualities for a contrast agent

A

painless
inert
inexpensive
differential attenuation

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4
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what is an example of a contrast

A

iodinated contrast

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5
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what are some problems with this iodinated contrast

A

Major Reactions

Renal/ thyroid/metabolism/ clotting disturbance

Seizures

Pulmonary oedema

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6
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what is a good contrast agent for a patient with poor renal function

A

carbon dioxide

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7
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what are radionuclide images for

A

blood loss

perfusion issues

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