Alvaro Acosta Bustillos, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Sergio A. Criales Vera MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

David Zamora Contreras MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Daniela Angulo Salazar MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Francisco Castillo-Castellon MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Luis Antonio Sosa MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Moises Jimenez, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

1. There are some MDCT findings of impending death in cardiovascular disease that the radiologist should be aware in order to communicate immediately to the medical and surgical team. 2. This signs are aortic rupture, collapse of the true lumen in aortic dissection, contrast-fluid levels in the vena cava, cardiac tamponade, intramural haematoma more than 3 cm, and others. 3. To provide relevant information to the medical team which might be crucial for the appropriate treatment.

PURPOSE/AIM Review the most common signs of impending death in cardiovascular disease. Describe imaging findings in Multidetector Computed Tomography (MDCT) of impending death in cardiovascular disease. Describe relevant information for clinicians and surgeons provided by MDCT. CONTENT ORGANIZATION (Introduction) common signs of impending death in cardiovascular disease and its clinical relevance. MDCT technique requirements and special considerations. MDCT findings of impending death: of coronary arteries, heart chambers, pericardium, thoracic and abdominal aorta, supraaortic and mesenteric vessels, and IVC. Relevant information for the clinicians and surgeons that might aid in treatment planning.  

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Bustillos, A, Criales Vera, S, Zamora Contreras, D, Angulo Salazar, D, Castillo-Castellon, F, Sosa, L, Jimenez, M, Eyes Wide Open: Impending Death Signs in Cardiovascular Disease; What Every Radiologist Should Fear.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14004004.html