Carotid body size measured by computed tomographic angiography in individuals born prematurely

ConclusionsCarotid body size, as measured using CTA, is not smaller in adults born prematurely or exposed to perinatal oxygen therapy when compared to sex, age, and BMI-matched controls. However, carotid body visualization was lower in juvenile premature patients. The decreased ability to visualize the carotid bodies in these individuals may be a result of their prematurity.
Source: Respiratory Physiology and Neurobiology - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research