title: Computed tomography in massive pulmonary embolism.
abstract: The usefulness of computed tomography (CT) for the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism (PE) was demonstrated in two cases. Employing dynamic, contrast-enhanced CT, both direct and indirect signs of PE may be rapidly and conveniently demonstrated. Possible contraindications for therapy may be diagnosed simultaneously and follow-up examinations after therapy may be readily performed. The method serves as a good complement when PE must be verified before treatment with potent agents.
authors.affiliation: Department of Diagnostic Radiology, University of Gothenburg, Sweden.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Kälebo
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Wallin
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007472:Iohexol; D008297:Male; D011655:Pulmonary Embolism / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed
chemical_list: D007472:Iohexol