Emerging role of contrast-enhanced MRI in diagnosing vascular malformations

Future Cardiol. 2014 Jul;10(4):479-86. doi: 10.2217/fca.14.34.

Abstract

Vascular malformations comprise a diverse and rare group of lesions which generally pose a formidable treatment challenge. Requisite for optimal surgical planning are imaging modalities capable of delineating involved anatomy and malformation flow characteristics. In this regard, we and others have purported the advantages of contrast-enhanced MRI. Here, we review the current body of literature regarding the emerging of role of contrast enhanced MRI for the management of vascular malformations.

Keywords: DCE-MRI; vascular malformations.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Contrast Media*
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / trends*
  • Vascular Malformations / diagnosis*

Substances

  • Contrast Media