Aortic aneurisms are a common pathology, with the potential risk of rupture. To characterize the aneurysm and for differential diagnosis CTA is performed. Dual Energy improves the aortic examination by higher image quality of CT angiography (CTA). MSCT – first line modality for aortic pathologies in the ER In imaging of the … Read more

Case history 68-year-old male with a history of surgical aortic repair after aortic rupture. Patient showed elevated infectious parameters. Question CT Angiography of the abdominal aorta was performed to rule out an intraabdominal focus or prosthesis infection. Diagnosis / Differential diagnosis First differential diagnosis in this patient would be an intraabdominal focus like abscess formation … Read more

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Case history A 65-year-old female presents with unclear chest pain and dyspnea. The symptoms are nonspecific. Initial troponin test and ECG are normal. Question Is there an acute cardiovascular condition requiring immediate intervention? Is there evidence of the cause of chest pain? Diagnosis / Differential diagnosis The most important and potentially lifethreatening causes of chest … Read more