Magnetic resonance imaging in the assessment of anomalous pulmonary venous connections

Abstract

Objective: To illustrate the morphological and functional magnetic resonance findings for total and partial anomalous pulmonary venous connections as well as of the most common complications after surgery.

Conclusion: The magnetic resonance findings are fundamental in defining the type of anomalous connection, deciding on the treatment, planning the surgery, and detecting postsurgical complications.

Keywords: Cardiopatía congénita; Congenital heart defect; Magnetic resonance imaging; Pulmonary veins; Resonancia magnética; Scimitar syndrome; Síndrome de la cimitarra; Venas pulmonares.