Cross-sectional imaging of sinus of Valsalva aneurysms: lessons learned

Diagn Interv Radiol. 2017 Sep-Oct;23(5):339-346. doi: 10.5152/dir.2017.16522.

Abstract

Sinus of Valsalva aneurysm, dilatation of one or more of the aortic sinuses, is a rare but important aortic root defect, which can be a cause of some serious cardiac sequels. The purpose of this article is to review the etiopathogenesis, relevant anatomy, clinical manifestations, potential complications, multimodality imaging features, and management of this rare but important entity of sinus of Valsalva.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aortic Aneurysm / diagnostic imaging*
  • Computed Tomography Angiography / methods
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Sinus of Valsalva / diagnostic imaging*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*