Pulmonary MRA and Venous MRV

Abstract

Magnetic resonance angiography and venography are rapidly developing technologies, and in many instances these studies can replace or add information to conventional angiography. Magnetic resonance venography (MRV) is a noninvasive technique that can be used to accurately diagnose deep venous thrombosis in the pelvis, lower extremities, and the neck and chest. MRAngiography for the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism is a more complicated endeavor, but preliminary results are promising. This article will review the current techniques and the recent literature of MRVenography and MR pulmonary angiography.

Keywords:

Magnetic resonance angiography - magnetic resonance venography - deep venous thrombosis - pulmonary embolism