Early diagnosis of cardiac sarcoidosis using magnetic resonance imaging.
Cardiac sarcoidosis can be a challenging diagnosis to make. The introduction of newer technologies, such as cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography, have meant earlier diagnosis is possible. This is crucial as early treatment improves symptoms and prognosis.
Osman
Faizel
F
Foundon
Aboo
A
Leyva
Paco
P
Pitt
Michael
M
Murray
R Gordon
RG
D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000328:Adult; D009202:Cardiomyopathies / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology; D003287:Contrast Media; D019786:Gadolinium DTPA / Q000378:metabolism; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods; D008297:Male; D012507:Sarcoidosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology; D013997:Time Factors
D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D003287:Contrast Media; D019786:Gadolinium DTPA