Sinus of valsalva aneurysms: assessment with cardiovascular MRI.
OBJECTIVE
The aim of this article is to present the role of cardiovascular MRI in the assessment of sinus of Valsalva aneurysms. An imaging protocol is described, along with a systematic approach to interpret MR findings and a synopsis of key findings.


CONCLUSIONS
Radiologists should have a systematic approach to the assessment and evaluation of sinus of Valsalva aneurysms to facilitate optimal patient management.
Hoey
Edward T D
ET
Department of Radiology, Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom, B9 5SS. edwardhoey1@gmail.com
Kanagasingam
Arulnithy
A
Sivananthan
Mohan U
MU
D003287:Contrast Media; D006322:Heart Aneurysm / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D012307:Risk Factors; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D012850:Sinus of Valsalva
D003287:Contrast Media