Transarterial CT angiography for surgical planning of spinal dural arteriovenous fistula.

CONCLUSION: This specific technique for dAVF characterisation has not been previously reported, although trans-venous angiography has been used to some effect. In view of diagnostic and therapeutic technical difficulties that are often faced in such patients, this technique may be a useful alternative that is not only helpful in accurate diagnosis but helps in providing an invaluable guide for the surgical approach. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE: This case highlights the difficulties that one may be faced within cases of tortuous vasculature and the obese patient population. With this in mind we demonstrate how a unique hybridised technique may provide valuable alternative to the neurosciences team should such a future scenario arise. PMID: 32228302 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Radiology - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Br J Radiol Source Type: research