Optimizing neonatal cardiac imaging (magnetic resonance/computed tomography)

Abstract

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and CT perform an important role in the evaluation of neonates with congenital heart disease (CHD) when echocardiography is not sufficient for surgical planning or postoperative follow-up. Cardiac MRI and cardiac CT have complementary applications in the evaluation of cardiovascular disease in neonates. This review focuses on the indications and technical aspects of these modalities and special considerations for imaging neonates with CHD.

Keywords: Computed tomography; Congenital heart disease; Heart; Magnetic resonance imaging; Neonates.