Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening Complications
Thoracic aortic pathology encompasses a spectrum of life-threatening conditions that demand prompt diagnosis and intervention. Significant advancements in surgical management, including open repair, endovascular aortic repair, and hybrid techniques, have markedly enhanced patient outcomes. However,...
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| author | Marco Fogante Paolo Esposto Pirani Fatjon Cela Jacopo Alfonsi Corrado Tagliati Liliana Balardi Giulio Argalia Marco Di Eusanio Nicolò Schicchi |
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| description | Thoracic aortic pathology encompasses a spectrum of life-threatening conditions that demand prompt diagnosis and intervention. Significant advancements in surgical management, including open repair, endovascular aortic repair, and hybrid techniques, have markedly enhanced patient outcomes. However, these procedures necessitate meticulous imaging follow-up to identify potential complications. Computed tomography angiography remains the gold standard for evaluating aortic pathology, guiding surgical planning, and monitoring postoperative changes. A thorough understanding of the characteristic imaging features associated with various aortic surgical techniques is crucial for precise assessment, enhancing postoperative surveillance, and optimizing patient management. Distinguishing between surgical complications and postoperative findings is vital to prevent misdiagnosis. This review examines the imaging characteristics of thoracic aortic diseases and their corresponding surgical interventions, emphasizing the differentiation between expected postoperative findings and true pathological conditions. This approach aims to facilitate accurate diagnosis and effective management of complications, ultimately improving patient care. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-b5ea4dadaf2b48ad9e34a5219364fa442025-08-20T02:18:03ZengMDPI AGJournal of Imaging2313-433X2025-04-0111411910.3390/jimaging11040119Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening ComplicationsMarco Fogante0Paolo Esposto Pirani1Fatjon Cela2Jacopo Alfonsi3Corrado Tagliati4Liliana Balardi5Giulio Argalia6Marco Di Eusanio7Nicolò Schicchi8Maternal-Child, Senological, Cardiological Radiology and Outpatient Ultrasound, Department of Radiological Sciences, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyMaternal-Child, Senological, Cardiological Radiology and Outpatient Ultrasound, Department of Radiological Sciences, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyMaternal-Child, Senological, Cardiological Radiology and Outpatient Ultrasound, Department of Radiological Sciences, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyCardiac Surgery Unit, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyOspedale di Comunità Maria Montessori di Chiaravalle, AST Ancona, 60033 Chiaravalle, ItalyHealth Professions Area, Diagnostic Technical Area, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyMaternal-Child, Senological, Cardiological Radiology and Outpatient Ultrasound, Department of Radiological Sciences, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyCardiac Surgery Unit, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyMaternal-Child, Senological, Cardiological Radiology and Outpatient Ultrasound, Department of Radiological Sciences, University Hospital of Marche, 60126 Ancona, ItalyThoracic aortic pathology encompasses a spectrum of life-threatening conditions that demand prompt diagnosis and intervention. Significant advancements in surgical management, including open repair, endovascular aortic repair, and hybrid techniques, have markedly enhanced patient outcomes. However, these procedures necessitate meticulous imaging follow-up to identify potential complications. Computed tomography angiography remains the gold standard for evaluating aortic pathology, guiding surgical planning, and monitoring postoperative changes. A thorough understanding of the characteristic imaging features associated with various aortic surgical techniques is crucial for precise assessment, enhancing postoperative surveillance, and optimizing patient management. Distinguishing between surgical complications and postoperative findings is vital to prevent misdiagnosis. This review examines the imaging characteristics of thoracic aortic diseases and their corresponding surgical interventions, emphasizing the differentiation between expected postoperative findings and true pathological conditions. This approach aims to facilitate accurate diagnosis and effective management of complications, ultimately improving patient care.https://www.mdpi.com/2313-433X/11/4/119aortacomputed tomographyCTAaortic pathologyaortic surgerypostoperative monitoring |
| spellingShingle | Marco Fogante Paolo Esposto Pirani Fatjon Cela Jacopo Alfonsi Corrado Tagliati Liliana Balardi Giulio Argalia Marco Di Eusanio Nicolò Schicchi Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening Complications Journal of Imaging aorta computed tomography CTA aortic pathology aortic surgery postoperative monitoring |
| title | Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening Complications |
| title_full | Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening Complications |
| title_fullStr | Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening Complications |
| title_full_unstemmed | Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening Complications |
| title_short | Computed Tomography Imaging of Thoracic Aortic Surgery: Distinguishing Life-Saving Repairs from Life-Threatening Complications |
| title_sort | computed tomography imaging of thoracic aortic surgery distinguishing life saving repairs from life threatening complications |
| topic | aorta computed tomography CTA aortic pathology aortic surgery postoperative monitoring |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2313-433X/11/4/119 |
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