Multiphase Postmortem Computed Tomography Angiography in Pediatrics: A Case Report.

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Serval ID
serval:BIB_DE3BBFCCF508
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
Publication sub-type
Case report (case report): feedback on an observation with a short commentary.
Collection
Publications
Institution
Title
Multiphase Postmortem Computed Tomography Angiography in Pediatrics: A Case Report.
Journal
American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology
Author(s)
Chevallier C., Michaud K., Palmiere C., Alamo L., Mangin P., Grabherr S.
ISSN
1533-404X (Electronic)
ISSN-L
0195-7910
Publication state
Published
Issued date
2015
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
36
Number
4
Pages
239-244
Language
english
Notes
Publication types: Case Reports ; Journal Article
Publication Status: ppublish
Abstract
Postmortem imaging techniques, especially postmortem computed tomography, have become integral tools in forensic investigations. Multiphase postmortem computed tomography angiography (MPMCTA) visualizes the vascular system in detail and makes it possible to evaluate the perfusion of even the smallest vessels. Although the technique has been well described for adults, no pediatric cases have been reported and no pediatric protocol has been established for this type of investigation. We present the case a 7-year-old child for which we used a previously described MPMCTA protocol and adapted values of perfusion, with the same technical equipment as for adult cases. Our main objective was to propose a perfusion protocol adapted for the investigation of infants and children. Moreover, we discuss both the difficulties that we encountered and possible ways to further improve the investigation of pediatric cases by MPMCTA.
Keywords
Anemia, Sickle Cell/complications, Angiography/methods, Arterial Occlusive Diseases/diagnosis, Child, Contrast Media/administration & dosage, Diagnosis, Differential, Dose-Response Relationship, Drug, Female, Forensic Pathology, Humans, Klebsiella Infections/diagnosis, Lung/radiography, Mesenteric Artery, Superior/radiography, Multidetector Computed Tomography, Pneumonia, Bacterial/diagnosis, Pneumonia, Bacterial/microbiology, Respiratory Aspiration/diagnosis
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Web of science
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