Magnetic Resonance and Computed Tomographic Imaging in Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy

Harikrishna Tandri; Hugh Calkins

doi:10.1016/j.ccep.2011.02.002

Magnetic Resonance and Computed Tomographic Imaging in Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy

Harikrishna Tandri, Hugh Calkins

School of Medicine

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Abstract

Right ventricular (RV) structure and functional alterations are important criteria for the diagnosis of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy (AC). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) have emerged as robust tools to evaluate the RV in patients with suspected AC. The noninvasive nature of these investigations, multiplanar capability, and unique ability to provide tissue characterization are ideal for the assessment of AC. Both imaging modalities have the ability to provide direct evidence of fatty infiltration and structural alterations of the RV. This article discusses the current status, strengths, and limitations of MRI and cardiac CT in the evaluation of AC.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	269-280
Number of pages	12
Journal	Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics
Volume	3
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ccep.2011.02.002
State	Published - Jun 2011

Keywords

Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy/dysplasia
Cardiac imaging
Computed tomography
Diagnosis
Magnetic resonance imaging

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Physiology (medical)

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