Open AccessVascular imaging in renal donors
Author(s) -
Ayaz Aghayev,
Sumit Gupta,
Borna E. Dabiri,
Michael L. Steigner
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
cardiovascular diagnosis and therapy
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.83
H-Index - 22
eISSN - 2223-3660
pISSN - 2223-3652
DOI - 10.21037/cdt.2018.11.02
Subject(s) - medicine , modality (human–computer interaction) , magnetic resonance imaging , radiology , angiography , magnetic resonance angiography , modalities , conventional angiography , medical physics , artificial intelligence , computer science , social science , sociology
Imaging plays a crucial role in pre-transplant evaluation to enhance the probability of a successful outcome. Its aim is to define kidney and vascular anatomy and to assess potential pathologies. Each modality has advantages and disadvantages. Computed tomography angiography (CTA) is the most commonly used imaging modality, however, magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) can be used in selected cases. The purpose of this review article is to provide an overview of available imaging modalities, their benefits, risks, advantages, and disadvantages. Imaging findings that indicate particular anomalies and pathologies that may affect living renal donor selection will be discussed.