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Tytuł:
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A Spectral Computed Tomography Contrast Study: Demonstration of the Avian Cardiovascular Anatomy and Function.
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Autorzy:
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Franziska Hein R; Department for Small Mammal, Reptile and Avian Diseases, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation, Bünteweg 9, Hannover 30559, Germany. Electronic address: .
Kiefer I; Department for Small Animals, Veterinary Teaching Hospital, University of Leipzig, An den Tierkliniken 23, Leipzig 04103, Germany.
Pees M; Department for Small Mammal, Reptile and Avian Diseases, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation, Bünteweg 9, Hannover 30559, Germany.
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Źródło:
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The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice [Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract] 2022 May; Vol. 25 (2), pp. 435-451.
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Typ publikacji:
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Journal Article; Review
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Język:
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English
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Imprint Name(s):
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Original Publication: Philadelphia : W.B. Saunders Co., c1998-
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MeSH Terms:
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Contrast Media*
Tomography, X-Ray Computed*/veterinary
Angiography/methods ; Angiography/veterinary ; Animals ; Birds
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Contributed Indexing:
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Keywords: Avian; Bolus tracking method; CT angiography; Computer tomography; Diagnostic imaging; Saline chaser technique; Vascular imaging
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Substance Nomenclature:
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0 (Contrast Media)
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Entry Date(s):
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Date Created: 20220415 Date Completed: 20220418 Latest Revision: 20220418
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Update Code:
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20240105
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DOI:
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10.1016/j.cvex.2022.01.008
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PMID:
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35422261
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As part of the cardiovascular examination, all birds underwent clinical and echocardiographic examinations. Radiographs and blood samples were taken. Each bird was premedicated with midazolam and medetomidin and anesthetized with inhalation anesthesia using isoflurane. We performed computed tomographic angiography (CTA) after intravenous injection of 1 to 2 mL contrast agent per kg followed by a 1 mL saline solution flush. We were been able to identify the arteries that previous studies revealed to be most likely affected by atherosclerotic lesions: the aorta, both pulmonary arteries, and both brachiocephalic trunks. CTA was safe and is of potential diagnostic value in birds.
Competing Interests: Disclosure The authors disclose any relationship with a commercial company with a direct financial interest in subject matter or materials discussed in this article or with a company making a competing product. The authors have nothing to disclose.
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