title: Early diagnosis of cardiac sarcoidosis using magnetic resonance imaging.
abstract: 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.
authors.forename: Faizel
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Osman
authors.forename: Aboo
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Foundon
authors.forename: Paco
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Leyva
authors.forename: Michael
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Pitt
authors.forename: R Gordon
authors.initials: RG
authors.lastname: Murray
mesh_terms: 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
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D003287:Contrast Media; D019786:Gadolinium DTPA