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World J Radiol. May 28, 2014; 6(5): 169-176
Published online May 28, 2014. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v6.i5.169
Published online May 28, 2014. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v6.i5.169
Unusual fistulas and connections in the cardiovascular system: A pictorial review
Abed Ghandour, Prabhakar Rajiah, Cardiothoracic Imaging Section, Department of Radiology, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
Author contributions: Ghandour A and Rajiah P both contributed in writing and editing the manuscript.
Correspondence to: Prabhakar Rajiah, MD, Cardiothoracic Imaging Section, Department of Radiology, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 11100 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States. radprabhakar@gmail.com
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Received: January 3, 2014
Revised: March 6, 2014
Accepted: March 13, 2014
Published online: May 28, 2014
Revised: March 6, 2014
Accepted: March 13, 2014
Published online: May 28, 2014
Core Tip
Core tip: Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are very useful imaging modalities in determining the type and demonstrating the anatomy of these fistulas, which is essential for surgical/interventional planning. Careful analysis in multiple planes and three-dimensional reconstruction is required for comprehensive evaluation of fistulas. Treatment depends on the symptoms and the anatomy.