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- A P Goldman, M N Kotler, M H Scanlon, B J Ostrum, R Parameswaran, and W R Parry.
- Am. J. Med. 1986 Jun 1; 80 (6): 122512291225-9.
AbstractUnrecognized acute dissection of the aorta requires rapid and accurate diagnosis for appropriate management. The "gold standard" for diagnosis has been invasive angiography, but this diagnosis can be achieved noninvasively via two-dimensional echocardiography, computed tomographic scanning, and magnetic resonance imaging. Two patients are described in whom echocardiography and magnetic resonance imaging were complementary diagnostic aids. The advantages and disadvantages of echocardiography, computed tomographic scanning, magnetic resonance imaging, and aortography in aortic dissection are discussed. It is anticipated that a combination of noninvasive diagnostic aids will eliminate the need for invasive angiography in many instances in the future.
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